2023 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES ESSAY (MMGCS)

MMGCS SOCIAL STUDIES (BECE)
2023 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES ESSAY (MMGCS)

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SECTION I
THE ENVIRONMENT
Answer one question only from this section.

1. (a)     List four features of a good map. [4 marks]

(b)     Calculate the time at town ‘A’ on longitude 45° E if the time at town ‘B’ on longitude 0° is 9 a.m. [6 marks]

(c)      In what five ways are rocks useful to the human being? [10 marks]

2. (a)     Outline four measures that can be taken to reduce the pollution of water bodies in Ghana. [12 marks]

(b)     Identify four problems the rural areas of Ghana suffer from as a result of migration of the youthful population to the cities. [8 marks]

SECTION II
GOVERNANCE, POLITICS AND STABILITY
Answer one question only from this section.

3. (a) (i)     State the three arms of government in Ghana. [6 marks]

(ii)     Highlight three functions of the District Chief Executive under the local government system of Ghana. [6 marks]

(b)     Outline four reasons for which Ghana enters into cooperation with other countries. [8 marks]

4. (a) (i)     Differentiate between freedom and obligation. [4 marks]

(ii)    State four obligations of a citizen to the state. [4 marks]

(b)     Highlight four ways in which law and order is maintained in schools.    [12 marks]

SECTION III
SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Answer one question only from this section.

5. (a) (i)     What is a settlement? [4 marks]

(ii)    Explain four reasons for which bad layouts of settlements are prevented. [4 marks]

(b)     Highlight four ways in which the forest vegetation of Ghana can be preserved. [12 marks]

6. (a)     State the two classifications of human resource. [4 marks]

(b)     Outline four measures the government can take to ensure efficient use of human resource in Ghana. [12 marks]

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1. (a) Four features of a good map
[4 marks – any 4 points]

1. Title of the map.

2. Scale of the map.

3. Key/legend explaining symbols used.

4. Compass/direction (usually showing north).

5. Clear and accurate symbols.

6. Neatness and correct labelling.

________________________________________

1. (b) Time calculation

Longitude of A = 45° E;

Longitude of B = 0°;

Time at B = 9:00 a.m.

Earth rotates 15° = 1 hour

1. Difference in longitude = 45° − 0° = 45°

2. Convert to time → 45° ÷ 15° = 3 hours

3. Since A is east of B, time is ahead.

Answer: 9:00 a.m. + 3 hours = 12:00 noon

________________________________________

1. (c) Five ways rocks are useful to humans
[10 marks – any 5 points]

1. Used in building and construction (e.g., granite).

2. Provide minerals such as gold, bauxite, and diamond.

3. Used for making cement.

4. Provide raw materials for sculpture and carving.

5. Used for making chalk and limestone products.

6. Serve as tourist attractions (e.g., caves and rock outcrops).

7. Used for road construction (stones, chippings).

________________________________________

2. (a) Four measures to reduce pollution of water bodies in Ghana
[12 marks – any 4 well-explained points]

1. Enforcing laws against illegal mining (galamsey).

2. Punishing industries that discharge untreated waste into rivers.

3. Providing proper waste disposal sites to prevent dumping into rivers.

4. Educating the public on the importance of clean water.

5. Establishing buffer zones along river banks.

6. Promoting tree planting to reduce erosion into rivers.

________________________________________

2. (b) Four problems rural areas suffer due to youth migration
[8 marks – any 4 points]

1. Shortage of labour for farming and local industries.

2. Increase in aged population with low productivity.

3. Slow development of rural communities.

4. Decline in agricultural production.

5. Abandonment of farmlands.

________________________________________

SECTION II – GOVERNANCE, POLITICS AND STABILITY

3. (a)(i) Three arms of government in Ghana
[6 marks]

1. The Executive

2. The Legislature

3. The Judiciary

________________________________________

3. (a)(ii) Three functions of the District Chief Executive (DCE)
[6 marks]

1. Oversees the implementation of government policies in the district.

2. Prepares and submits development plans and budgets to the assembly.

3. Coordinates the activities of all departments in the district.

4. Ensures law, order, and security in the district.

________________________________________

3. (b) Four reasons Ghana enters into cooperation with other countries
[8 marks]

1. To promote trade and economic development.

2. To gain technical assistance and expertise.

3. To strengthen political and diplomatic relations.

4. To ensure peace and security through regional bodies like ECOWAS.

5. To receive financial aid and support for development projects.

________________________________________

4. (a)(i) Difference between freedom and obligation
[4 marks]

• Freedom: The right of a citizen to act or speak without unnecessary restriction.

• Obligation: A duty or responsibility a citizen must perform for the state.

________________________________________

4. (a)(ii) Four obligations of a citizen to the state
[4 marks]

1. Obey the laws and regulations of the state.

2. Pay taxes regularly.

3. Vote during elections.

4. Protect and defend the nation from enemies.

5. Respect the rights of others.

________________________________________

4. (b) Four ways law and order is maintained in schools
[12 marks – any 4 well-explained points]

1. Enforcement of school rules and regulations.

2. Prefect and teacher supervision.

3. Guidance and counselling services.

4. Organizing disciplinary committees.

5. Rewarding good behaviour and punishing misbehaviour.

6. Maintaining a safe and clean school environment.

________________________________________

SECTION III – SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

5. (a)(i) What is a settlement?
[4 marks]

A settlement is a place where people live and carry out social and economic activities.

________________________________________

5. (a)(ii) Four reasons bad settlement layouts are prevented
[4 marks]

1. To prevent overcrowding and congestion.

2. To allow easy movement and transportation.

3. To ensure proper provision of social amenities.

4. To prevent fire outbreaks and disasters.

5. To ensure good sanitation and hygiene.

________________________________________

5. (b) Four ways to preserve Ghana’s forest vegetation
[12 marks]

1. Enforcing laws against illegal logging.

2. Promoting afforestation and reforestation.

3. Introducing alternative livelihood programs for forest communities.

4. Educating the public on the importance of forest conservation.

5. Creating and protecting forest reserves.

________________________________________

6. (a) Two classifications of human resource
[4 marks]

1. Skilled human resource

2. Unskilled human resource

________________________________________
6. (b) Four measures to ensure efficient use of human resources in Ghana
[12 marks]

1. Providing quality education and training.

2. Creating employment opportunities.

3. Encouraging entrepreneurship.

4. Providing good healthcare to maintain a healthy workforce.

5. Ensuring fair wages and good working conditions.

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2023 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES ESSAY (MMGCS)

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1. Question

SECTION I
THE ENVIRONMENT
Answer one question only from this section.

1. (a) List four features of a good map. [4 marks]

(b) Calculate the time at town ‘A’ on longitude 45° E if the time at town ‘B’ on longitude 0° is 9 a.m. [6 marks]

(c) In what five ways are rocks useful to the human being? [10 marks]

2. (a) Outline four measures that can be taken to reduce the pollution of water bodies in Ghana. [12 marks]

(b) Identify four problems the rural areas of Ghana suffer from as a result of migration of the youthful population to the cities. [8 marks]

SECTION II
GOVERNANCE, POLITICS AND STABILITY
Answer one question only from this section.

3. (a) (i) State the three arms of government in Ghana. [6 marks]

(ii) Highlight three functions of the District Chief Executive under the local government system of Ghana. [6 marks]

(b) Outline four reasons for which Ghana enters into cooperation with other countries. [8 marks]

4. (a) (i) Differentiate between freedom and obligation. [4 marks]

(ii) State four obligations of a citizen to the state. [4 marks]

(b) Highlight four ways in which law and order is maintained in schools. [12 marks]

SECTION III
SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Answer one question only from this section.

5. (a) (i) What is a settlement? [4 marks]

(ii) Explain four reasons for which bad layouts of settlements are prevented. [4 marks]

(b) Highlight four ways in which the forest vegetation of Ghana can be preserved. [12 marks]

6. (a) State the two classifications of human resource. [4 marks]

(b) Outline four measures the government can take to ensure efficient use of human resource in Ghana. [12 marks]

2023 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES ESSAY (MMGCS)

Quiz Summary

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Categories

1. Question

SECTION I THE ENVIRONMENT Answer one question only from this section.

1. (a) List four features of a good map. [4 marks]

(b) Calculate the time at town ‘A’ on longitude 45° E if the time at town ‘B’ on longitude 0° is 9 a.m. [6 marks]

(c) In what five ways are rocks useful to the human being? [10 marks]

2. (a) Outline four measures that can be taken to reduce the pollution of water bodies in Ghana. [12 marks]

(b) Identify four problems the rural areas of Ghana suffer from as a result of migration of the youthful population to the cities. [8 marks]

SECTION II GOVERNANCE, POLITICS AND STABILITY Answer one question only from this section.

3. (a) (i) State the three arms of government in Ghana. [6 marks]

(ii) Highlight three functions of the District Chief Executive under the local government system of Ghana. [6 marks]

(b) Outline four reasons for which Ghana enters into cooperation with other countries. [8 marks]

4. (a) (i) Differentiate between freedom and obligation. [4 marks]

(ii) State four obligations of a citizen to the state. [4 marks]

(b) Highlight four ways in which law and order is maintained in schools. [12 marks]

SECTION III SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Answer one question only from this section.

5. (a) (i) What is a settlement? [4 marks]

(ii) Explain four reasons for which bad layouts of settlements are prevented. [4 marks]

(b) Highlight four ways in which the forest vegetation of Ghana can be preserved. [12 marks]

6. (a) State the two classifications of human resource. [4 marks]

(b) Outline four measures the government can take to ensure efficient use of human resource in Ghana. [12 marks]

SECTION I
THE ENVIRONMENT
Answer one question only from this section.

SECTION II
GOVERNANCE, POLITICS AND STABILITY
Answer one question only from this section.

SECTION III
SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Answer one question only from this section.