WAEC Past Questions and Answers - Page 3031

15,151.

A common feature of pre-independence constitutions of British West African colonies was the _________

A.

existence of separation of power

B.

governor's membership of both the legislative and executive councils

C.

adoption of federalism

D.

establishment of council of elders

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

15,152.

Which of the following is not a reason for abnormal demand?

A.

Price of the commodity

B.

Goods of ostentation

C.

Giffen goods

D.

Rare commodity

Correct answer is C

An uncommonly high product demand that is outside the normal parameters established by the management policy is called anAbnormal Demand.

A Giffen good, in economic theory, is a good that is in greater demand as its price increases. For example, if the price of an essential food staple, such as rice, rises it may mean that consumers have less money to buy more expensive foods, so they will actually be forced to buy more rice.

15,153.

The following were checks on the powers of chiefs during the pre-colonial era except the __________

A.

British Officials

B.

Kingsmakers

C.

Council of Elders

D.

Age grades

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

15,154.

Which of the following is not a component of political culture?

A.

Norms

B.

Age

C.

Beliefs

D.

Attitudes

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

15,155.

An African- American who contributed greatly to the growth of nationalism  in West Africa was _______

A.

Martin Luther King

B.

Jesse Jackson

C.

Nelson Mandela

D.

William Du Bois

Correct answer is D

William Du Bois was an African-American sociologist, historian, civil rights activist and Pan-Africanist who played a significant role in advocating for civil rights and promoting the growth of nationalism in West Africa. He was a strong supporter of African independence movements and worked towards fostering a sense of unity and pride among people of African descent.