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BECE SOCIAL STUDIES 2019

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OBJECTIVE TEST

1.

Environmental degradation is mainly caused by

A.

natural disasters.

B.

human activities.

C.

civil wars.

D.

global warming.

2.

Respiratory diseases can be caused by

A.

water pollution.

B.

land pollution.

C.

air pollution.

D.

deforestation.

3.

The right of a citizen of Ghana does not include

A.

equality before the law.

B.

freedom from taxes.

C.

right to life.

D.

right to work.

4.

Which of the following factors is mostly needed for the continuous existence of man?

A.

Wealth

B.

Family

C.

Religion

D.

Environment

5.

The right to be protected and heard at trials is an example of

A.

social right.

B.

political right.

C.

legal right.

D.

natural right.

6.

The following options are advantages of colonization in Ghana except

A.

introduction of formal education.

B.

excessive use of foreign goods.

C.

introduction of new crops.

D.

introduction of paper currency.

7.

Which of the following does not constitute environmental degradation?

A.

Deforestation

B.

Bush burning

C.

Air pollution

D.

Mixed farming

8.

Which of the following factors is a reason for Ghana's cultural diversity?

A.

Ethnic grouping

B.

Foreign trade

C.

Internal trade

D.

Colonization

9.

Utilities and services are more easily supplied when settlements are

A.

built anyhow.

B.

close together.

C.

far apart.

D.

well planted.

10.

The dry season in southern Ghana starts from the month of November and ends in

A.

February.

B.

May.

C.

June.

D.

April.

11.

One of the problems facing the primary production in Ghana is

A.

availability of skilled labour

B.

long period of bush burning

C.

poor road network

D.

the use of complex machines.

12.

Payments which individuals make regularly to insurance companies is called

A.

taxes

B.

salaries

C.

premiums

D.

bonds

13.

People are elected into office of parliament through a process called

A.

presidential election.

B.

appointment taking.

C.

referendum.

D.

voting.

14.

The revolution of the earth causes

A.

day and night.

B.

differences in length of day and night. C

C.

differences in time between two places.

D.

rise and fall of oceans tides.

15.

The best way to resolve conflicts in Ghana is through

A.

peaceful demonstration.

B.

law courts.

C.

mediation.

D.

harsh sanctions.

16.

The following are reasons for the migration of ethnic groups in Ghana except

A.

peace and security.

B.

fertile lands.

C.

outbreak of diseases.

D.

trade and commerce.

17.

One measure that can best help to minimize indiscipline among the youth is

A.

police arrest.

B.

long-term imprisonment.

C.

corporal punishment.

D.

access to quality education.

18.

The main reason for which Ghana cooperates with other countries is to

A.

benefit in times of need.

B.

get free goods for her citizens

C.

maintain political stability.

D.

prevent attack on Ghanaians.

19.

Which instrument is used to measure rainfall amounts?

A.

Wind vane

B.

Barometer

C.

Thermometer

D.

Rain gauge

20.

Ghana's contribution to the United Nation (UN) can be seen in the following areas except

A.

provision of funds to refugees.

B.

peace keeping

C.

payment of dues

D.

sale of produce

21.

To effectively build the nation, every Ghanaian must

A.

be involved in production process.

B.

learn to speak at least one foreign language

C.

join the leading political party

D.

study the 1992 Constitution

22.

Which of the following is the highest court in Ghana?

A.

Traditional Court

B.

Magistrate Court

C.

Supreme Court

D.

Tribunal

23.

Ghana lies between latitudes

A.

1o North and 11o North.

B.

5o North and 11o North.

C.

11o North and 15o South.

D.

5o North and 11o South.

24.

Paper money is properly handled when it is n

A.

received from church.

B.

not crumpled.

C.

not spent.

D.

spent wisely.

25.

State Owned Enterprises are established mainly to

A.

make substantial profit.

B.

produce goods for export.

C.

provide vital services.

D.

supervise private businesses.

26.

Social change in rural areas is slow because of

A.

customs and traditions.

B.

poverty and unemployment.

C.

rural-urban migration.

D.

rural-rural migration.

27.

Which of the following features is not associated with rivers?

A.

Waves

B.

Delta

C.

Meander

D.

Valley

28.

If the time is 12 noon at longitude 0o, what will be the time at a place on longitude 15oE?

A.

12:30pm

B.

12:30am

C.

1:00pm

D.

1:00am

29.

The application of checks and balances in democratic governments helps to prevent

A.

plebiscite

B.

dictatorship

C.

voting

D.

unemployment

30.

Which institution is responsible for making the main laws of Ghana?

A.

District Assembly

B.

Parliament

C.

Supreme Court

D.

Jury

31.

Which of the following languages is not indigenous to Ghana?

A.

Dagaare

B.

Dagbani

C.

Hausa

D.

Ga

32.

The type of settlement where buildings are arranged close to each other is

A.

linear.

B.

dispersed.

C.

nodal.

D.

nucleated.

33.

If the scale of a map is 1: 100,000, what will be the actual distance when 4cm is measured on the map?

A.

44 km

B.

41 km

C.

40 km

D.

4 km

34.

Private businesses can ensure their continuous survival mainly through

A.

exporting their products.

B.

making more profits.

C.

paying less tax to the government.

D.

production of quality goods.

35.

Ghanaians can contribute towards rapid development of the nation by

A.

engaging in the domestic trade.

B.

importing more food items.

C.

participating in festivals.

D.

patronizing made in Ghana goods.

36.

Which of the following conditions will occur when fire breaks out in a poor layout community?

A.

Selling in the streets

B.

Evening markets may spring up

C.

Loss of property and life

D.

Armed robbery cases may rise

37.

The financial security of an individual can be assured through

A.

bank loan.

B.

borrowing.

C.

hard work.

D.

money saving.

38.

Improvement in tourism is important for the rapid development of the nation because, more

A.

local tourists will leave the country.

B.

infrastructure will be provided.

C.

local tourists will not visit places of interest.

D.

tour guides will be unemployed

39.

The physical environment can best be protected through

A.

building of dams.

B.

burning of refuse.

C.

recycling of waste.

D.

underground mining.

40.

A bill passed by parliament becomes law when the president gives his

A.

veto.

B.

assent.

C.

accord.

D.

authority.

THEORY QUESTIONS

SECTION I

THE ENVIRONMENT

1.

a)

Explain the following:

i)

cardinal points;

ii)

scale of a map.

b)

Draw a diagram to show the four cardinal points of a compass.

c)

Describe how one can use the four cardinal points to determine direction without the use of a compass.

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2.

a)

Explain the following

i)

national unity;

ii)

national integrity.

b)

Outline four ways by which the integrity of the nation can be defended.

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SECTION II

GOVERNMANCE, POLITICS AND STABILITY

3.

a)

Define Colonization.

b)

List five negative effects of colonization on the Ghanaian society.

c)

Highlight four ways by which the negative effects of colonization in Ghana can be reduced.

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4.

a)

Describe four attitudes and values needed to prevent conflicts in the community.

b)

Explain two effects of conflicts on the community.

c)

List two peaceful ways by which conflicts in society can be resolved.

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SECTION III

SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

5.

a)

List five examples of cases which can be reported at the office of Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit of the Ghana Police Service (DOVVSU).

b)

Describe five functions of the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit of the Ghana Police Service (DOVVSU).

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6.

a)

Differentiate between tourism and leisure.

b)

Name the regional capitals in which the following tourists sites can be located in Ghana:

i)

Lake Bosomtwi;

ii)

Volta Estuary;

iii)

Mole National Park;

iv)

Ussher Fort

c)

Describe four ways by which tourism can be promoted in Ghana

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