Waec Government 2013 Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

• WAEC 2013

The geographical units into which a country is divided for the purpose of election are called

A. States
B. Constituencies
C. Polling areas
D. County councils

Question 32:

• WAEC 2013

One way to ensure a free and fair election is to

A. Operate a one-party system
B. Allow parties to campaign on election day
C. Guarantee the security of electoral officers and materials
D. Appoint a politician as the chairman of the electoral commission

Question 33:

• WAEC 2013

An election which involves the use of an electoral college is

A. Run-off election
B. A general election
C. An open balloting
D. An indirect election

Question 34:

• WAEC 2013

Which of the following functions is performed by the electoral commission?

A. Distribution of party membership cards
B. Presenting parties manifestoes
C. Delimiting the country into constituencies
D. Conducting oath of office for elected president

Question 35:

• WAEC 2013

Which of the following statements distinguishes political parties from pressure groups?

A. Political parties only lobby government to change certain policies
B. Pressure groups select candidates for political of fices
C. Political parties influence government policies
D. Pressure groups influence government policies to member's interest