Junior WAEC Basic Science and Technology is a core subject for junior secondary school students preparing for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Success in this subject is critical as it lays the foundation for understanding science and technology concepts as students progress through their education.
One of the most effective ways to prepare for the Junior WAEC Basic Science and Technology exam is by practicing past questions and answers. This guide covers the importance of these past questions, what typical questions look like, and how students can maximize their exam readiness using them.
Why Use Junior WAEC Basic Science and Technology Past Questions?
Familiarity with Exam Format: Students become familiar with how questions are usually framed and the variety of topics tested.
Boosts Confidence: Prior exposure reduces fear and anxiety associated with unknown questions.
Improves Time Management: Regular practice helps students pace themselves to complete the paper within the allotted time.
Reinforces Knowledge: Solving past questions helps reinforce both basic and complex concepts in science and technology.
Identifies Strengths and Weaknesses: Helps students focus on topics they struggle with before the actual exam.
Typical Topics Covered in Junior WAEC Basic Science and Technology
Basic Science Concepts: Matter, energy, force, and motion
Human Anatomy and Health: Body systems, diseases, nutrition, and hygiene
Environment: Ecosystems, pollution, conservation
Plant and Animal Biology: Photosynthesis, reproduction, classification
Physical and Chemical Changes: States of matter, mixtures, solutions
Technology: Simple machines, materials, tools, and their uses
Electricity: Conductors, insulators, circuits
Safety and First Aid: Basic emergency response and health safety
Measurement and Data: Units, measurements, data presentation
Scientific Method: Observation, hypothesis, experimentation
Questions from Junior WAEC Basic Science and Technology Past Papers
Objective Questions
The first sports festival known as the Olympic Games was held in the year?
A) 1884 AD
B) 1926 AD
C) 776 BC
D) 940 BC
Answer: C) 776 BCThe milky liquid obtained from the rubber tree is called?
A) Latex
B) Natural gum
C) Artificial gum
D) Resin
Answer: A) LatexThe process of reducing moisture content in timber is called?
A) Seasoning
B) Compressing
C) Lumbering
D) Carpentry
Answer: A) SeasoningThe smallest functional and structural unit of life is called?
A) Cell
B) Membrane
C) Nucleus
D) Reticulum
Answer: A) CellThe ability of living things to detect and respond to changes in their environment is called?
A) Movement
B) Reproduction
C) Irritability
D) Growth
Answer: C) Irritability
Theory Questions
Define “operating system” and list four functions of an operating system.
Differentiate between hardware and software.
What is a cell? Write two similarities and two differences between plant and animal cells.
Explain the importance of food storage and list three methods of food storage.
Calculate the work done when a force of 10 Newtons moves a load through 24 meters.
How to Prepare Using Past Questions and Answers
Practice Regularly: Revise past questions consistently to build knowledge and confidence.
Understand Answers: Don’t just memorize; understand why an answer is correct.
Join Group Studies: Discuss complicated questions with peers or teachers for deeper insight.
Simulate Exam Conditions: Practice answering questions within the exam time limit.
Use Comment Sections: Ask for clarifications on tricky questions when using online resources.
Attend Tutorials: Join online or in-person tutorials for guided lessons and revision.
The first sports festival known as Olympic Games was held in the year _____
A) 1884 AD
B) 1926 AD
C) 776 BC
D) 940 BC
Answer: C) 776 BCThe process of running, walking, jumping, throwing is known as _____
A) Movement
B) Exercise
C) Sports
D) Activity
Answer: B) ExerciseOur immediate surrounding is known as our _____
A) Gate
B) Compound
C) House
D) Environment
Answer: D) EnvironmentDrugs used to relieve serious pain are called _____ drugs
A) Modifying
B) Hazard
C) Dizziness
D) Narcotics
Answer: D) NarcoticsThe payment made by the contractor to the government before cutting trees from reserved areas is called _____
A) Thrift
B) Tariff
C) Tax
D) Tithe
Answer: C) TaxThe process of reducing moisture content in timber is called _____
A) Seasoning
B) Compressing
C) Lumbering
D) Carpentry
Answer: A) SeasoningA group of people who take part in technological activities are called _____
A) Traditionalists
B) Computerists
C) Technologists
D) Trackers
Answer: C) TechnologistsSurface wiring is the type of wiring done on the surface of a _____
A) Pliers
B) Wall
C) Chip
D) Cable
Answer: B) WallOne who designs the plan of a building is a/an _____
A) Building engineer
B) Architect
C) Geologist
D) Soil engineer
Answer: B) ArchitectA mixture of two or more metals is called _____
A) Magnet
B) Fibre
C) Alloy
D) Batten
Answer: C) AlloyThe ability of living things to detect and respond to changes in their body and environment is called _____
A) Movement
B) Reproduction
C) Sociability
D) Irritability
Answer: D) IrritabilityThe smallest functional and structural unit of life is called the _____
A) Cell
B) Membrane
C) Nucleus
D) Reticulum
Answer: A) CellOne way of maintaining good health is to _____
A) Have regular exercise
B) Take/eat poor diet
C) Wear dirty clothes
D) Expose food to flies
Answer: A) Have regular exerciseThe stage of development between childhood and adulthood is called _____
A) Puberty
B) Menstruation
C) Infancy
D) Maturity
Answer: A) PubertyAnything that has weight and occupies space is called _____
A) An element
B) A molecule
C) An object
D) Matter
Answer: D) Matter
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