2024 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES OBJECTIVES

Question 1 of 39

A company is expanding globally and needs to socialize employees to new cultural norms. Which of the following approaches would be most effective?

Encourage employees to adapt to the new culture on their own

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Provide employees with a detailed guide on world cultures

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Encourage employees to maintain their existing cultural practices

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Provide employees with a cultural sensitivity training program

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Question 2 of 39

What is the most likely effect of a large family size on the family’s living conditions?

Environmental conditions enhanced

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Improved housing conditions

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Overcrowding and reduced space

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Increased access to resources

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Question 3 of 39

People join social security and pension schemes in order to

ensure retirement income

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maintain standard of living in the cities

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supplement income for relations in the villages

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raise money to satisfy political ambitions

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Question 4 of 39

The destruction of farm lands by cattle and the confrontation between herdsmen and farming communities in Ghana can best be resolved by

allowing the game and wildlife department to take charge of cattle rearing in the communities

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encouraging the practice of cattle ranching in our communities

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teaching and educating some of the cattle to the affected communities

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local farmers always standing by to drive away herdsmen

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Question 5 of 39

Ghana’s public sector faces various challenges with respect to human resource development. Which of the following challenges is the most suitable challenge in the above given scenario?

Financial challenges

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Limited career advancement opportunities

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Limited access to quality education

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Inefficient bureaucracy

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Question 6 of 39

A company is planning to build a soap factory in a rural area. The factory will provide jobs for the youth but may also pollute nearby rivers. Which of the following options best represents a sustainable development approach?

Build the factory without environmental considerations

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Build the factory with some environmental considerations

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Reject the factory proposal to protect the environment

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Build the factory with environmental impact assessment

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Question 7 of 39

The first general election held in the Gold Coast in 1951 was won by the

Convention People’s Party

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National Liberation Movement

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United Gold Coast Convention

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National Alliance for the Liberals

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Question 8 of 39

Controlling plastic waste has become a major environmental concern to the city authorities in Ghana. Which of the following options best helps minimize the negative impact of plastic waste disposal problem?

Arresting all plastic waste producers

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Levying plastic waste producers

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Using jute and paper bags

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Placing a ban on single use plastics

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Question 9 of 39

One similarity between Ghana and its neighbouring country, Togo, is they both have

a border with Nigeria

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a coastline along the Atlantic ocean

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similar population size

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same colonial parties

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Question 10 of 39

A teacher, Mr. Jones, encourages his students to work together on a group project. What agency of socialization is influencing the students’ behaviour?

Education

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Family

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Peer group

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Media

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Question 11 of 39

What is the best way to address deviant behaviour in an adolescent?

Punishment

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Counseling

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Parental neglect

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Ignoring it

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Question 12 of 39

Every Ghanaian citizen is expected to demonstrate commitment to democratic values. Which of the following actions best demonstrates the above expectation?

Voting in national elections

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Volunteering for community service

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Participating in peaceful protests

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Criticizing the government on social media

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Question 13 of 39

One way to maintain peace and security in your community is by

ignoring your neighbours

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joining a gang

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volunteering for community service

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starting a fight

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Question 14 of 39

In 1966, a military Coup d’état overthrew the government of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. What was the main reason for the Coup?

Economic mismanagement and corruption

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External interference from the Russian government

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Political instability and tribal conflicts

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Failure to implement socialist policies

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Question 15 of 39

The best approach to help resolve the difference between political parties during general elections is

allowing the formation of more political parties

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encouraging traditional leaders to play partisan politics

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strengthening the judiciary

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encouraging youths participation in national politics

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Question 16 of 39

Which of the following scenarios explain the main purpose of the internet?

Connecting electronic devices and making lives more convenient

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Developing new medicine kits

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Scientists going to space and other planets

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Robots building several vehicles at a time

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Question 17 of 39

Which of the following agricultural practices helps to prevent soil erosion?

Cover cropping

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Crop rotation

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Shifting cultivation

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Mono-culture

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Question 18 of 39

Two political events occurred in Ghana in 1960. One of the events was the presidential election. Which of the following political developments happened after the presidential election in 1960?

Ghana became a colony again

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Ghana became a republic

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Ghana was divided into a northern and southern territory

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Ghana remained a monarchy

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Question 19 of 39

The following factors affect Ghana’s ability to exploit its natural resources effectively except

low level technology

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limited technical expertise

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farming activities

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inadequate capital resource

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Question 20 of 39

The most significant attitude that helps to enhance a self identity of the individual in the community is

always wearing clean clothes.

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avoiding peer influence in the community.

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showing respect to the elderly.

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engaging in peer teaching in school.

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Question 21 of 39

Which of the following fundamental human rights is protected by the 1992 constitution of Ghana? The right to

use arms

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full employment

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freedom of speech

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free education at tertiary level

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Question 22 of 39

What type of climate, typically found near the equator is characterized by very high temperatures and very low rainfall?

Desert climate

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Polar climate

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Tropical climate

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Temperate climate

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Question 23 of 39

Ghana is made up of people with different cultures. What is the primary benefit if all the people unite? It will

improve national security

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improve international reputation

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strengthen social cohesion

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increase economic growth

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Question 24 of 39

Which of the following entrepreneurship skills is most important for someone starting a business to acquire in order to help overcome unexpected challenges?

Leadership

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Adaptability

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Savings

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Risk taking

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Question 25 of 39

Which of the following military rulers of Ghana implemented the Economic Recovery Program (ERP)?

Frederick K. Akuffo

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Jerry J. Rawlings

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Ignatius K. Acheampong

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Joseph A. Ankra

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Question 26 of 39

Which one of the following took place after the 27th April, 1960 referendum?

Ghana became a democratic state

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Kwame Nkrumah was inaugurated as Prime Minister

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Queen Elizabeth II was inaugurated as Prime Minister

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The first political party was formed

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Question 27 of 39

In 1957 the people of Ghana gained independence from the British colonial rule after a long political struggle. What was the main reason for Ghana’s independence?

adopt a new political system and form a government

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gain economic freedom and control our natural resources

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unite with other African countries and form a single nation

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make Ghanaian culture and traditions superior to the British

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Question 28 of 39

Two communities are claiming ownership of a river which serves as their livelihood. This has resulted in conflicts between the two communities for many years. Which of the following mediations will best help to resolve the conflict?

Avoid future conflicts

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Determine who is right or wrong

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Impose a solution on the parties

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Facilitate communication and mutually acceptable solutions

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Question 29 of 39

A market square in your community is in need of a clean-up and restoration. Which of the following options will best help address the challenge?

Donating money to the market square but not getting involved personally

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Reporting the issue and hoping someone else will take care of it

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Organizing a solo clean-up exercise

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Joining community volunteer groups to help in the clean-up exercise

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Question 30 of 39

Which of the following scenarios best describes an application of social security benefits?

A teacher receives a scholarship to study abroad

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A community receives funds for a new irrigation project

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An entrepreneur receives a loan to expand the business

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A family member receives financial support after the death of the breadwinner

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Question 31 of 39

There is an ongoing illegal mining activity in a community. The miners are using earth moving machines, cyanide and mercury. Sixty acres of vegetation cover is pulled down every hour. Which of the following options best describes the long term effect of their activities on the land?

Erosion

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Depletion

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Percolation

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Degradation

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Question 32 of 39

What is the most common form of marriage in Ghana?

Arranged marriage

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Common-Law marriage

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Polygamous marriage

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Monogamous marriage

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Question 33 of 39

Which of the following challenges did Ghana face soon after independence in 1957?

Building of new roads and drainage systems with limited funds

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Building of ports and harbors

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Sourcing for donor support

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Dealing with internal conflicts and political instability

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Question 34 of 39

Which type of map will be most suitable for determining the elevation of a mountain range?

Political map

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Road map

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Weather map

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Topographical map

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Question 35 of 39

You need to make a detailed map of a mountainous area. This map will be used by people who enjoy outdoor activities and by people who manage the land. Which of the following options is the best way to make an accurate map?

Add 3D and colour gradient

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Conduct field surveys and measure elevation

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Simplify the contour lines

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Rely primarily on satellite imagery

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Question 36 of 39

It has been observed that the population of Ghana has been rising rapidly over the years. What is the primary reason for the rapidly growing population?

High birth rate and low death rate

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Increased education and family planning

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Increased immigration and low emigration

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Improved health care and sanitation

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Question 37 of 39

Respecting the rights of others and performing our responsibilities to the state help to promote

multiparty political parties

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community development

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national integration

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responsible citizenship

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Question 38 of 39

A farmer is preparing to plant crops next week. Why is it important for the farmer to check the weather forecast? To

prepare for a storm

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determine the ideal time for planting

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predict the best time for irrigation

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plan a harvest festival

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Question 39 of 39

What is the main function of socialization? To

enforce laws and regulations

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provide education

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transmit culture and values

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teach individuals how to survive

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2024 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES OBJECTIVES

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1. Question

A company is expanding globally and needs to socialize employees to new cultural norms. Which of the following approaches would be most effective?

2. Question

What is the most likely effect of a large family size on the family’s living conditions?

3. Question

People join social security and pension schemes in order to

4. Question

The destruction of farm lands by cattle and the confrontation between herdsmen and farming communities in Ghana can best be resolved by

5. Question

Ghana’s public sector faces various challenges with respect to human resource development. Which of the following challenges is the most suitable challenge in the above given scenario?

6. Question

A company is planning to build a soap factory in a rural area. The factory will provide jobs for the youth but may also pollute nearby rivers. Which of the following options best represents a sustainable development approach?

7. Question

The first general election held in the Gold Coast in 1951 was won by the

8. Question

Controlling plastic waste has become a major environmental concern to the city authorities in Ghana. Which of the following options best helps minimize the negative impact of plastic waste disposal problem?

9. Question

One similarity between Ghana and its neighbouring country, Togo, is they both have

10. Question

A teacher, Mr. Jones, encourages his students to work together on a group project. What agency of socialization is influencing the students’ behaviour?

11. Question

What is the best way to address deviant behaviour in an adolescent?

12. Question

Every Ghanaian citizen is expected to demonstrate commitment to democratic values. Which of the following actions best demonstrates the above expectation?

13. Question

One way to maintain peace and security in your community is by

14. Question

In 1966, a military Coup d’état overthrew the government of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. What was the main reason for the Coup?

15. Question

The best approach to help resolve the difference between political parties during general elections is

16. Question

Which of the following scenarios explain the main purpose of the internet?

17. Question

Which of the following agricultural practices helps to prevent soil erosion?

18. Question

Two political events occurred in Ghana in 1960. One of the events was the presidential election. Which of the following political developments happened after the presidential election in 1960?

19. Question

The following factors affect Ghana’s ability to exploit its natural resources effectively except

20. Question

The most significant attitude that helps to enhance a self identity of the individual in the community is

21. Question

Which of the following fundamental human rights is protected by the 1992 constitution of Ghana? The right to

22. Question

What type of climate, typically found near the equator is characterized by very high temperatures and very low rainfall?

23. Question

Ghana is made up of people with different cultures. What is the primary benefit if all the people unite? It will

24. Question

Which of the following entrepreneurship skills is most important for someone starting a business to acquire in order to help overcome unexpected challenges?

25. Question

Which of the following military rulers of Ghana implemented the Economic Recovery Program (ERP)?

26. Question

Which one of the following took place after the 27th April, 1960 referendum?

27. Question

In 1957 the people of Ghana gained independence from the British colonial rule after a long political struggle. What was the main reason for Ghana’s independence?

28. Question

Two communities are claiming ownership of a river which serves as their livelihood. This has resulted in conflicts between the two communities for many years. Which of the following mediations will best help to resolve the conflict?

29. Question

A market square in your community is in need of a clean-up and restoration. Which of the following options will best help address the challenge?

30. Question

Which of the following scenarios best describes an application of social security benefits?

31. Question

There is an ongoing illegal mining activity in a community. The miners are using earth moving machines, cyanide and mercury. Sixty acres of vegetation cover is pulled down every hour. Which of the following options best describes the long term effect of their activities on the land?

32. Question

What is the most common form of marriage in Ghana?

33. Question

Which of the following challenges did Ghana face soon after independence in 1957?

34. Question

Which type of map will be most suitable for determining the elevation of a mountain range?

35. Question

You need to make a detailed map of a mountainous area. This map will be used by people who enjoy outdoor activities and by people who manage the land. Which of the following options is the best way to make an accurate map?

36. Question

It has been observed that the population of Ghana has been rising rapidly over the years. What is the primary reason for the rapidly growing population?

37. Question

Respecting the rights of others and performing our responsibilities to the state help to promote