DEEPER LIFE HIGH SCHOOL
SECOND TERM CAT1 2020/2021 SESSION
SUBJECT: CIVIC EDUCATION CLASS: JS1 Time: 40 MINUTES.
Instruction: Answer all questions in section A and B.
SECTION A: (Objective Test: Choose the option from a – d)
1. The ability to manage one’s own affairs, make one’s own judgment and provide for one self is
referred to as ………. (A) self –respect (B) self–information (C) self-attribute (D) self–reliance.
2. The only way to discover and nurture one’s talent is through………... (A) playing (B) constant
practice (C) keeping company (D) relationship.
3. The wealth of a nation is contained in its……………. (A) forest (B) bush(C) natural and human
resources (D) entertainment.
4. A self reliant person does not suffer from……………… (A) weakness (B) unemployment(C)sickness
(D)independence.
5. The advantages of self reliance include the following except…………... (A) independence
(B) freedom (C) elevation (D) dependence.
6. One of these is referred to as a belief in one’s ability to do certain things by oneself without
relying on others. (A) Self-crime (B) Self–reliance (C) Self-appraisal (D) Self-indulgence.
7. All but one is the attribute of self reliance ………………….. (A) dedication (B) vocational training
(C) togetherness (D) risk bearing.
8. Which of these is not a type of self-employment project? (A) Tailoring (B) Hairdressing
(C) plumbing (D) civil service work.
9. Parent and sibling can help to identify one’s talent as they live and do things together at ……….
(A) home (B) School (C) carnival (D) completion.
10. A self-reliant person is not a burden to all of these except ……….…. (A) School (B) family
(C) infrastructural facilities (D) society.
11. The following are the processes of identifying talent except ……….…… (A) parental discovery
(B) academic ability C. press (D)event center.
12. Constant practice is an example of ………. (A) attribute of self –reliance (B) process of
perfection/nurturing of talents (C)process of identifying natural talents (D) killing ones
initiatives.
13. Undiscovered talents/skills can lead to ……….. (A) promotion (B) liberation (C) dependence (D)
Independence.
14. All these are benefits of self-reliance except …… (A) independence (B) liberation (C) dependence
(D) promotion
15. Self–reliance helps to reduce………. in the society. (A)progress (B) crime (C) peace (D) kindness
16. One of these is referred to as being straightforward in conduct and character. (A) Integrity
(B) Commitment (C) Consistency (D) Discipline.
17. Which of these is referred to as an act of being truthful or saying the truth? (A) Commitment
(B) Consistency (C) Honesty (D) Pride.
18. The following are example of values except ………… (A) honesty (B) integrity (C) commitment
(D)pleasure
19. To be self-reliant, an individual must…….. (A) spend all his earnings on himself (B)have a huge
capital to start a business (C) learn and acquire skill (D)visit a prophet.
20. Which of this is not an attribute of self-reliance? (A) Pride (B) Risk bearing (C)Self-confidence
(D) Independence
SECTION B: Answer all Questions
1. State five ways of nurturing identified talents?
2a. Define the term ‘self-reliance’?
2b. Highlight three benefits of self-reliance?
JSS 1 CAT 1 SECOND TERM 2020/2021
MARKING GUIDE
ANSWERS TO OBJECTIVES
1. D 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. D 6. B 7. C 8. D 9. A 10. C
11. D 12. B 13. C 14. C 15. B 16. A 17. C 18. D 19. C 20. A
(1/2mark EACH = 10marks)
ANSWERS TO ESSAY
1. Ways of nurturing identified Talents are: (5marks)
a. Constant Training: After identifying one’s skill or talent, training in that particular field
will make the person to become a professional. For example, a person who has a good
voice to sing needs training to enhance the skill.
b. Practice: Training and practice go hand in hand. After training, the individual needs to put
what has been learnt into constant use and practice.
c. Monitoring: Talented persons should be monitored to attain needed improvement of
skills, so as to enable them improve their talents.
d. Skill Acquisition Centres: Skill acquisition centres can be set up for these types of people to
learn a particular vocation. This will enable them to develop their skills and talents..
e. Inquisitive Spirit: The individual should not just be comfortable with the talent or skill, but
should research and inquire on other ways to widen the scope of what he already has.
f. Research and Reading: The individual must read, research and practice constantly to have
an edge over other people with similar talents or skills.
g. Encouragement: We are all born with propensity to achieve, succeed and thrive in our
endeavours. We have certain skills, talent and abilities that can be nutured, shaped,
formed and encouraged. Career opportunities, relevant to each skills and talent, should be
explained to students to assist them to actualize their dreams.
2. Meaning of self reliance: This is the act of depending on one’s own skills and ability in achieving
one’s goals. It is the ability to think and act without help or influence of others.
(2 marks)
3. Benefits of self reliance (3 marks)
a. A self reliant family will be comfortable, happy and heathy.
b. The society or nation will be stable politically, economically and culturally.
c. A self reliant family experiences speed and and positive results in its activities. The family
is responsible for their actions.
d. A self reliant person will also be able to assist the less privileged group in the society.
e. It is also necessary to be self reliant because, it is not possible for the government to
provide jobs for all job seekers, when one is engaged in a vocation, it will be beneficial to
the government and the entire citizenry.
f. Self sustenance- It is necessary to be self reliant so that one will be able to meet the basic
necessities of life such as food, shelter, clothing and housing.
Miss Favour Ebele,
Enugu Campus,
09076407275.
