Primary 6 – First Term Examination for Security Education Questions and Answers

PRIMARY 6 – FIRST TERM EXAMINATION FOR SECURITY EDUCATION 

SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS 

INSTRUCTION – Each question carries 1 mark. Choose the best answer.

1. What does “security” most closely mean in this context?

A. Having many friends  B. Being free from danger or harm  C. Owning a mobile phone  D. Being rich

2. Which of the following is a source of danger at home or in the community?

A. Fire outbreak  B. A wholesome meal  C. Helping a neighbour  D. Reading a book

3. Which of the following is a security agency?

A. Grocery shop  B. Nigeria Police Force (NPF)  C. Bakery  D. Clothing store

4. If you see a strange person approaching your house late at night, what is the BEST action?

A. Invite them in immediately  B. Ignore and walk away safely  C. Open gate and let them in  D. Play loudly to scare neighbours

5. Which of the following is a precaution to reduce risk of road accidents?

A. Crossing the road without looking  B. Riding bicycle on highway at high speed  C. Using a zebra-crossing and looking both ways  D. Playing on the road

6. Which of these is an emergency telephone number in Nigeria?

A. 112  B. 090  C. 108  D. 080

7. Which of these behaviours could be described as “criminal behaviour”?

A. Helping a neighbour carry water  B. Theft of property  C. Reporting a fire outbreak  D. Returning a lost item

8. Why is cooperation with community security efforts important?

A. It wastes time  B. It increases vulnerability  C. It strengthens safety for all  D. It hides danger

9. What does “insecurity” mean?

A. Feeling safe always  B. Not being safe; being at risk of harm  C. Having many locks on doors  D. Being lazy

10. Which of the following is a safe place for children to play?

A. Active road beside a highway  B. Building site under construction  C. Designated playground with supervision  D. Roof of a tall building

11. Which of the following is a duty of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Nigeria?

A. Selling food  B. Regulating traffic and ensuring road safety  C. Building houses  D. Printing books

12. What should you do if you witness a fire outbreak at home?

A. Run away and do not report it  B. Panic and scream but not call for help  C. Alert an adult, use fire-extinguisher if safe, call emergency number  D. Ignore it and hope it stops

13. Which of these is an element of personal security?

A. Eating junk food  B. Being aware of your surroundings  C. Ignoring strangers  D. Staying inside always

14. What is the meaning of “vigilance”?

A. Being careless  B. Staying asleep always  C. Keeping alert so as to avoid danger  D. Ignoring risk

15. Which of these is a form of community security support?

A. Reporting suspicious activities  B. Locking yourself in and not helping others  C. Letting strangers inside without check  D. Hiding from everyone

16. When is it safest to use the pedestrian crossing?

A. When traffic is heavy and you don’t wait  B. When you look both ways and traffic has stopped  C. When you run across  D. When you ride your bicycle

17. Which of the following is a correct measure to ensure safety at home?

A. Leaving gas cooker on and unattended  B. Storing matches and lighter within reach of children  C. Keeping exit routes clear and turning off unnecessary electrics  D. Jumping out windows

18. Which of these is a sign of a dangerous stranger’s behaviour?

A. Smiling when asked for help  B. Giving sweets then asking children to follow them alone  C. Asking for directions and leaving  D. Helping an elderly neighbour

19. What is “first aid”?

A. Ignoring injury  B. Immediate help given to an injured person before getting professional medical help  C. Leaving injured person untended  D. Buying sweets for them

20. Which phone number should you call for police in Nigeria (subject to local region)?
A. 112  B. 911  C. 000  D. 666

21. Which of the following helps ensure safety online?

A. Sharing your password with strangers  B. Clicking unknown links  C. Using strong passwords and asking parental permission  D. Posting your home address publicly

22. Why should children not play near open man­holes or drains?

A. Because it is fun  B. Because there is no risk at all  C. Because they might fall in or be injured  D. Because neighbours will complain

23. What does “community policing” involve?

A. Only people outside the community  B. Everyone ignoring crime  C. Schools, parents and community working with police to keep safe  D. Children doing nothing

24. Which of the following is an unsafe chemical to churn near children?

A. Soap bubble mixture used under supervision  B. Household bleach left open  C. Supervised baking soda experiment  D. Salt water rinse

25. Why is it important to be security‐conscious at school?

A. So that accidents happen  B. So that we reduce risk of harm, protect lives and property  C. So that we use school equipment wrongly  D. So that we ignore rules

 

SECTION B: THEORY / STRUCTURED QUESTIONS (50 marks)

INSTRUCTION – Answer all questions. Write clearly. Diagrams where helpful.

Question 1 (10 marks)

a. Define the terms: security, insecurity, and danger. (3 marks)

b. List five sources of danger in a school environment or home. (3 marks)

c. Describe two precautionary measures that a pupil can take to stay safe at home. (2 marks)

d. Why is personal security important for you as a Primary 6 pupil? (2 marks)

 

Question 2 (10 marks)

a. Name three major security agencies in Nigeria and state one duty of each. (3 marks)

b. Explain two ways the community can assist these agencies to improve security. (2 marks)

c. Describe two roles you as a student can play in your school to improve security. (2 marks)

d. What should you do if you witness a theft or bullying incident at school? (3 marks)

 

Question 3 (10 marks)

a. What is first aid? Give two examples. (3 marks)

b. Explain two emergency situations that require prompt action and by whom. (4 marks)

c. Why is it important to learn basic first aid and emergency phone numbers? (3 marks)

 

Question 4 (10 marks)

a. Define the term road safety. (2 marks)

b. List three safety rules for pedestrians and two for cyclists. (5 marks)

c. Describe one consequence of ignoring road safety rules. (3 marks)

 

Question 5 (10 marks)

a. What is cyber-safety? (2 marks)

b. Give three ways children can protect themselves online. (3 marks)

c. Explain two risks of careless internet behaviour for children. (2 marks)

d. How can pupils report unsafe online activity or contact from a stranger? (3 marks)

 

ANSWER KEY / MARKING GUIDE

Section A (MCQs) – Correct Answers

1..B 2. A 3. B 4. B 5. C 6. A (Note: You can adjust to local correct emergency number) 7. B 8. C 9. B 10. C   11. B 12. C 13. B 14. C 15. A 16. B 17. C 18. B 19. B 20. A 21. C 22. C 23. C 24. B 25. B

 

Section B (Theory) – Suggested Answers

Question 1

a. Security is feeling safe and free from danger. Insecurity is when one is at risk of harm. danger is something that can cause injury or damage.

b. Five sources of danger:

I. fire outbreak,

II. open electric wires,

III. playing on highway,

IV. chemical spill,

V. strangers in house, etc.

c. Two precautions:

I. always lock doors/windows when home alone;

II. avoid playing near roads,

III. check with adult before opening gate, etc.

d. Personal security is important because you can avoid injury, protect your life and  be safe at school/home.

 

Question 2

a. Security agencies & duties:

I. Nigeria Police Force (NPF) – enforce law and protect lives.

II. Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) – regulate road safety.

III. National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) – combat drug abuse and trafficking. (You may list others like NSCDC)

B. Community assist ways:

I. report suspicious persons

II. help keep neighbourhood clean and safe

III. install lighting; join neighbourhood watch, etc.

c. Student roles:

I. report bullying or broken security gate

II. follow school safety rules

III. help keep classmates safe.

d. If you witness theft/bullying:

I. alert teacher/security

II. ensure victims are safe

III. give accurate information

IV. do not take law into own hands.

 

Question 3

a. First aid is an immediate help given to an injured person before proper medical care, e.g., applying clean cloth to stop bleeding, calling emergency number, putting pressure on wound; example: treating minor cuts, helping someone faint.

b. Emergency situations:

I. fire outbreak requiring evacuation and calling fire service

II. road accident requiring calling ambulance and helping victims

III. poisoning requiring quick adult/medical call.

d. Importance:

I. saves lives

II. prevents further harm

III. you can act quickly when trained

IV. knowing phone numbers ensures timely help.

 

Question 5

a. Road safety are measures and rules that keep road users safe and reduce accidents.

b. Pedestrian safety rules:

I. use zebra crossing; look both directions.

II. wear visible clothing at night.

Cyclist rules:

I. wear helmet/reflectors.

II. use bicycle lane or ride on correct side, etc.

c. Consequence of ignoring:

I. serious injury or death.

II. loss of life; damage to property.

III. family grief; etc.

 

Question 5

a. Cyber-safety is being safe and responsible when using the internet, social media, devices.

b. Ways to protect online:

I. use strong passwords.

II. keep personal information private.

III. ask parental permission before clicking links or chatting with strangers.

c. Risks:

I. identity theft

II. cyber-bullying

III. exposure to inappropriate content

IV. virus or malware infection.

d. Reporting unsafe online activity:

I. tell a trusted adult/teacher

II. use “report” feature on app

III. block contact; contact school ICT or security teacher

IV. call hot-line if available.