This is to inform the general public, as well as candidates sitting for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates, popularly known as WAEC GCE (Nov/Dec), that the Health Education / Health Science (Alternative to Practical Work) paper will hold on Tuesday, 18th November, 2025, from 08:30 hrs – 10:15 hrs.
Below, you will find 30 likely Objective Questions with Answers, and Essay practice questions with detailed solutions to guide your preparation for success.
FREE 2025 WAEC GCE Health Education Objective and Theory Questions and Answers
SECTION A: OBJECTIVES QUESTIONS (OBJ)
Instruction: Answer all questions.
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Which organ pumps blood throughout the body?
A. Lungs
B. Heart
C. Liver
D. Kidney
Answer: B -
Which of the following is a viral disease?
A. Measles
B. Typhoid
C. Cholera
D. Malaria
Answer: A -
White blood cells help the body by:
A. Producing enzymes
B. Carrying oxygen
C. Fighting infections
D. Digesting food
Answer: C -
The first stage of digestion occurs in the:
A. Small intestine
B. Stomach
C. Mouth
D. Pancreas
Answer: C -
A water-borne disease is:
A. Measles
B. Tetanus
C. Cholera
D. Tuberculosis
Answer: C -
The human skeleton provides:
A. Movement only
B. Protection, support, and shape
C. Energy
D. Excretion
Answer: B -
The process of taking in and using food is:
A. Nutrition
B. Circulation
C. Assimilation
D. Absorption
Answer: A -
Which of the following is communicable?
A. Tuberculosis
B. Hypertension
C. Diabetes
D. Obesity
Answer: A -
The kidney helps in:
A. Blood purification
B. Food digestion
C. Oxygen transport
D. Heartbeat regulation
Answer: A -
Malaria prevention is best achieved by:
A. Using mosquito nets
B. Taking antibiotics
C. Drinking boiled water
D. Sleeping early
Answer: A -
The main function of red blood cells is to:
A. Fight germs
B. Carry oxygen
C. Produce hormones
D. Maintain balance
Answer: B -
The correct body posture helps to:
A. Reduce tiredness and back pain
B. Build muscles
C. Increase appetite
D. Reduce sleep
Answer: A -
Which of these is not a sense organ?
A. Eye
B. Ear
C. Nose
D. Heart
Answer: D -
The main cause of tooth decay is:
A. Drinking water
B. Eating sugary foods
C. Brushing teeth
D. Sleeping early
Answer: B -
Which of the following diseases is caused by bacteria?
A. Cholera
B. Measles
C. Malaria
D. Ringworm
Answer: A -
The brain and spinal cord form the:
A. Central nervous system
B. Circulatory system
C. Digestive system
D. Muscular system
Answer: A -
The function of the diaphragm is to:
A. Pump blood
B. Help breathing
C. Produce enzymes
D. Support the skeleton
Answer: B -
The sense organ for smell is the:
A. Eye
B. Ear
C. Nose
D. Skin
Answer: C -
Which of these diseases is sexually transmitted?
A. Malaria
B. Gonorrhoea
C. Cholera
D. Typhoid
Answer: B -
The safest method of waste disposal in rural areas is:
A. Dumping in rivers
B. Burning
C. Burying in a pit
D. Throwing away
Answer: C -
Which organ stores bile?
A. Stomach
B. Liver
C. Gall bladder
D. Pancreas
Answer: C -
The part of the eye that controls the amount of light entering is the:
A. Lens
B. Retina
C. Iris
D. Cornea
Answer: C -
Which vitamin is mainly obtained from sunlight?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D
Answer: D -
Which organ removes carbon dioxide from the body?
A. Heart
B. Lungs
C. Kidney
D. Liver
Answer: B -
The best first aid for a burn is to:
A. Apply kerosene
B. Pour cold water immediately
C. Rub engine oil
D. Tie tightly
Answer: B -
Which of the following prevents goitre?
A. Salt containing iodine
B. Vitamin C
C. Calcium tablets
D. Pure water
Answer: A -
The organ that produces urine is the:
A. Heart
B. Liver
C. Kidney
D. Bladder
Answer: C -
Which of the following is a balanced meal?
A. Rice only
B. Bread and butter
C. Rice, beans, and vegetables
D. Meat only
Answer: C -
What is the main function of carbohydrates?
A. Building body tissues
B. Providing energy
C. Fighting diseases
D. Regulating body processes
Answer: B -
The best way to prevent HIV/AIDS is by:
A. Using clean needles
B. Sharing razors
C. Unprotected sex
D. Ignoring education
Answer: A
FREE 2025 WAEC GCE Health Education Objective and Theory Questions and Answers
SECTION B: THEORY/ESSAY QUESTIONS
Answer any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
Question 1
(a) Define personal hygiene.
(b) Mention five personal hygiene practices.
Answer (Guide):
(a) Personal hygiene means keeping the body clean to stay healthy.
(b) Examples include bathing daily, washing hands, brushing teeth, trimming nails, and wearing clean clothes.
Question 2
(a) What is first aid?
(b) List three purposes of first aid.
Answer (Guide):
(a) First aid is the immediate care given to an injured person before medical help arrives.
(b) To save life, prevent condition from worsening, and promote quick recovery.
Question 3
State five harmful effects of drug abuse.
Answer:
Addiction, poor academic performance, brain damage, mental illness, and criminal behavior.
Question 4
Explain five functions of the human skeleton.
Answer:
Gives body shape, protects organs, aids movement, stores minerals, and produces blood cells.
Question 5
List and explain five ways to prevent communicable diseases.
Answer:
Maintain sanitation, immunization, avoid contact with infected persons, eat healthy food, and proper waste disposal.
Question 6
Mention five benefits of regular exercise.
Answer:
Strengthens heart, reduces obesity, improves mood, enhances flexibility, and boosts immunity.
Question 7
Describe five roles of nutrition in health.
Answer:
Provides energy, builds tissues, repairs cells, prevents diseases, and promotes growth.
Question 8
List five causes of environmental pollution.
Answer:
Industrial waste, smoke, noise, oil spillage, and improper refuse disposal.
Question 9
Explain the difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Answer:
Communicable diseases spread from one person to another; non-communicable do not.
Question 10
Describe the process of artificial respiration.
Answer:
Lay the patient flat, tilt the head back, pinch nostrils, blow air into mouth every 5 seconds until breathing resumes.
Conclusion
This post has provided the full WAEC GCE Health Education and Health Science Questions and Answers 2025 (Nov/Dec Expo Room) including:
The official exam date, 30 Objective Questions with Answers, and Essay practice questions with clear solutions for private candidates’ preparation
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