JSS2 SOCIAL STUDIES 2ND TERM EXAMINATION QUESTIONS

OBJECTIVE: ANSWER ALL

1. What is the best definition of values in the context of social studies?
A. The monetary worth of an object B. Moral principles guiding human actions C. A set
of rules enforced by the government D. The traditions of a community
2. Which of the following is NOT an example of societal values?
A. Honesty B. Integrity C. Greed D. Loyalty
3. One importance of values in society is that they ____.
A. Encourage dishonesty B. Promote good relationships C. Discourage goal setting D.
Allow social disorder
4. The ability to control one’s actions is referred to as ____.
A. Integrity B. Fairness C. Self-control D. Loyalty
5. Values can be developed through all of the following EXCEPT ____.
A. Family B. The environment C. Peer pressure D. Mass media
6. Which of the following is a source of values?
A. Personal interest B. School environment C. Ignorance D. Isolation
7. The ability to recognize and defend one’s values publicly is known as ____.
A. Value identification B. Value enforcement C. Value clarification D. Value control
8. Religion can be defined as ____.
A. The belief in spirits only B. The worship of traditional gods alone C. An organized
system of beliefs and worship D. A political belief system
9. The holy book of Christians is ____.
A. Torah B. Quran C. Bible D. Vedas
10. Which of the following is NOT a pillar of Islam?
A. Pilgrimage to Mecca B. Belief in one God C. Celebrating Christmas D. Giving alms to
the poor
11. African Traditional Religion (ATR) is characterized by ____.
A. Worship of only one god B. Worship of many gods and goddesses C. Use of the Bible
D. Belief in Prophet Mohammed
12. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of religion?
A. Promotes peace B. Encourages dishonesty C. Provides socialization D. Encourages
faith in God
13. One similarity in religious teachings is that they all ____.
A. Discourage faith in God B. Teach dishonesty C. Teach love and tolerance D.
Encourage war
14. Marriage is defined as ____.
A. A union between family members B. A legalized relationship between two mature
opposite sexes C. A temporary relationship between a man and woman D. A business
contract
15. Which type of marriage allows polygamy?
A. Christian marriage B. Court marriage C. Islamic marriage D. None of the above
16. The payment made by the husband to the wife’s family in a traditional marriage is called
____.
A. Gift money B. Bride price C. Wedding fee D. Cultural tax
17. What is a major characteristic of court marriage?
A. It allows multiple wives B. It is not legally binding C. It requires a marriage certificate
D. It is conducted in a shrine
18. What is the main purpose of marriage?
A. To accumulate wealth B. For procreation and companionship C. To increase
population D. To gain societal recognition
19. Which of the following is a condition for marriage?
A. Physical maturity B. Ignorance C. Superstition D. Parental pressure
20. One major importance of marriage in society is that it ____.
A. Discourages socialization B. Promotes immorality C. Reduces indiscriminate sexual
relationships D. Encourages division in families
21. Which of the following is NOT a type of marriage in Nigeria?
A. Religious marriage B. Traditional marriage C. Contract marriage D. Court marriage
22. A form of marriage where a woman marries more than one husband is called ____.
A. Monogamy B. Polygamy C. Polyandry D. Traditional marriage
23. Which of the following is a major problem in marriage?
A. Fidelity B. Infertility C. Financial stability D. Family support
24. Lack of readiness for marriage can lead to ____.
A. Poverty B. Wealth C. Strong relationships D. High self-esteem
25. One of the ways to solve challenges in marriage is ____.
A. Avoiding communication B. Encouraging third-party influence C. Demonstrating true
love D. Engaging in dishonesty
26. The family is known as ____.
A. The smallest unit of society B. A political group C. A government agency D. A
religious sect
27. The main difference between monogamy and polygamy is that ____.
A. Monogamy involves one wife, while polygamy involves multiple wives B. Monogamy
 is illegal, while polygamy is legal C. Polygamy is practiced in Christianity D. Monogamy
is only found in traditional societies
28. One of the effects of lack of readiness in marriage is ____.
A. Financial stability B. Strong family bonds C. Divorce D. Happiness
29. Respect and cooperation in marriage help to ____.
A. Cause family problems B. Strengthen the relationship C. Encourage separation D.
Increase misunderstanding
30. One importance of family in society is ____.
A. Creating division B. Promoting unity C. Encouraging immorality D. Supporting
conflict
THEORY
ANSWER ANY THREE QUESTION
1. A. Define values and explain their importance in society.
B. List and explain three sources of values.
2. A. What is religion? Explain two ways religion promotes peace in society.
B. Identify and explain any three similarities among major religions in Nigeria.
3. A. Define marriage and state three types of marriage practiced in Nigeria.
B. Explain the major differences between traditional and court marriage.
4. A. What is self-control? Give two examples of self-control in daily life.
B. Explain three ways in which individuals can develop self-control.
5. A. What is bride price? Explain its significance in traditional marriage.
B. List and explain three problems that can arise in marriage and suggest one way each
can be solved.
ANSWERS
1. B 2. C 3. B 4. C 5. C 6. B 7. C 8. C 9. C 10. C
2. B 12. B 13. C 14. B 15. C 16. B 17. C 18. B 19. A 20. C
3. C 22. C 23. B 24. A 25. C 26. A 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. B