Government Practice Test – The Electoral Process

A type of election in which the voters are asked a yes or no question on a major issue is called ______

A. A by-election.    
B. An indirect election.   
C. An absolute majority.   
D. A referendum.

The practice of voting in absentia through an authorized representative is ______ (WASSCE 2009)

A. bye-election      B. delegated election      C. voting by proxy      D. quota voting

One major advantage of the secret ballot system of election is that, it ______

A. helps to elect the best candidate
B. removes the fears of threat and victimization
C. enables the best party to win
D. ensures the efficiency of the electoral commission

Which of the following is an example of a general election?

A. Bye-election
B. Presidential election
C. Local election
D. Student union election

The Nigerian electoral system gives voting rights to ______ (JAMB 1981) 

A. aliens
B. Africans above the age of twenty one
C. children over twelve years old
D. Nigerian citizens who are 18 years old and above