SS3 first term government past questions and answers

SS3 first term government past questions and answers

Here are 20 SS3 government questions with options and answers:

Question: What is the primary function of the Executive arm of government?

A) Legislation

B) Interpretation of laws

C) Law enforcement

D) Adjudication

Answer: C) Law enforcement

Question: How often are general elections held in a presidential system of government?

A) Every 2 years

B) Every 3 years

C) Every 4 years

D) Every 5 years

Answer: C) Every 4 years

Question: What is the role of the Judiciary in a democratic system?

A) Enforcing laws

B) Making laws

C) Interpreting laws

D) Implementing laws

Answer: C) Interpreting laws

Question: In a parliamentary system, who is the head of government?

A) President

B) Prime Minister

C) Speaker of the House

D) Chief Justice

Answer: B) Prime Minister

Question: Which form of government is characterized by the rule of a single leader with absolute power?

A) Democracy

B) Monarchy

C) Oligarchy

D) Autocracy

Answer: D) Autocracy

Question: What is the purpose of the legislative branch of government?

A) Enforcing laws

B) Making laws

C) Interpreting laws

D) Investigating crimes

Answer: B) Making laws

Question: In a federal system of government, what is the relationship between the central government and the states?

A) Central government has all powers

B) States have all powers

C) Shared powers between central and states

D) No government structure

Answer: C) Shared powers between central and states

Question: What is the term of office for a member of the House of Representatives?

A) 2 years

B) 4 years

C) 6 years

D) 8 years

Answer: A) 2 years

Question: What is the function of the Speaker of the House of Representatives?

A) Head of state

B) Head of government

C) Presiding officer over legislative sessions

D) Chief Justice

Answer: C) Presiding officer over legislative sessions

Question: Which document outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens in a country?

A) Constitution

B) Bill of Rights

C) Magna Carta

D) Executive Order

Answer: A) Constitution

Question: What is the primary purpose of the United Nations (UN)?

A) Economic development

B) Peace and security

C) Cultural exchange

D) Scientific research

Answer: B) Peace and security

Question: In a democracy, what is the significance of the principle of the separation of powers?

A) Concentration of power in one branch

B) Division of power among three branches

C) Power vested in the military

D) Power vested in local governments

Answer: B) Division of power among three branches

Question: What is the role of a political party in a democratic system?

A) Enforcing laws

B) Making laws

C) Contesting elections and forming government

D) Interpreting laws

Answer: C) Contesting elections and forming government

Question: Which international organization is responsible for promoting global economic cooperation and development?

A) World Trade Organization (WTO)

B) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

C) World Health Organization (WHO)

D) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Answer: B) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Question: What is the significance of the rule of law in a democratic society?

A) Equal protection under the law

B) Absolute power of the ruler

C) Rule by the military

D) Rule by religious leaders

Answer: A) Equal protection under the law

Question: In a democracy, what is the purpose of holding regular elections?

A) Establishing a monarchy

B) Ensuring continuity of leadership

C) Allowing citizens to choose their leaders

D) Appointing leaders for life

Answer: C) Allowing citizens to choose their leaders

Question: What is the significance of the concept of checks and balances in a government?

A) Concentration of power in one branch

B) Division of power among three branches

C) Elimination of elections

D) One-party system

Answer: B) Division of power among three branches

Question: What is the role of a constitution in a country?

A) Establishing a monarchy

B) Defining the structure of government

C) Appointing leaders for life

D) Enforcing laws

Answer: B) Defining the structure of government

Question: Which type of government is characterized by the rule of the people through elected representatives?

A) Oligarchy

B) Monarchy

C) Democracy

D) Autocracy

Answer: C) Democracy

Question: What is the purpose of the electoral system in a democratic government?

A) Establishing a monarchy

B) Ensuring continuity of leadership

C) Allowing citizens to choose their leaders through voting

D) Rule by religious leaders

Answer: C) Allowing citizens to choose their leaders through voting