1.
Which of the following countries has the least per capita income?
Japan
Ghana
Britain
Canada
Answer: B
2.
Which of the following entrepreneurial skills is most important for someone starting a business to acquire in order to help overcome unexpected challenges?
Risk taking
Adaptability
Leadership
Savings
Answer: A
3.
The right to life is an example of
economic right.
natural right.
legal right.
political right.
Answer: B
4.
The outermost part of the earth is called the
atmosphere
core
mantle
crust
Answer: D
5.
The main means of transportation in The Gambia is
road
rail
air
water
Answer: D
6.
Which of the following types of rock is suitable for road construction?
Marble
Granite
Slate
Quartzite
Answer: B
7.
The integrity of the nation can be defended by
encouraging immigration.
reporting saboteurs.
educating the youth.
cleaning the environment.
Answer: B
8.
The Arctic Circle is
23 ½ ° north
23 ½ ° south
66 ½ ° north
66 ½ ° south
Answer: C
9.
The symbol of political authority among the northern people of Ghana is the
sword
stool
crown
skin
Answer: D
10.
What name is given to the point where a tributary joins the main river ?/p>
Source
Mouth
Confluence
Delta
Answer: C
11.
Water pollution is caused by all the following except
oil spillage
recycling of waste
sewage disposal
alluvial mining
Answer: B
12.
A good layout and enforcement of Town Planning laws can help reduce
substance abuse.
influx of immigrants.
emergence of slums.
population growth.
Answer: C
13.
One of the aims of the African Union (AU) is to
eliminate cultural differences in Africa
increase the size of foreign aid to Africa
increase the growth of Africa‟s population
eliminate conflicts in Africa
Answer: D
14.
Private business help in developing the nation when they
increase their profit
import consumer goods
pay appropriate taxes
produce more goods
Answer: C
15.
Golden jubilee is celebrated at every
10 years
15 years
25 years
50 years
Answer: D
16.
The southeast Monsoon winds, more often than not bring rainfall to the southern parts of Ghana between
December and March.
January and April.
February and June.
April and October.
Answer: D
17.
The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is noted for the production of
coal
diamond
tin
bauxite
Answer: A
18.
Productivity in the Public Service is low because of
poor work attitude
aged workers
abundant production
effective supervision
Answer: A
19.
Workers in Ghana are required by law to contribute towards their future upkeep through
Company shares
Treasury bills
Government bonds
Social Security schemes
Answer: D
20.
Which of the following features is not part of the physical environment?
Air
Building
Music
Rivers
Answer: C
21.
The Jos plateau in Nigeria is noted for the production of
Gold
Bauxite
Tin
Diamond
Answer: C
22.
The Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) in Ghana is responsible for resolving problems relating too
work place disputes
family welfare
the chieftaincy institution
tribal conflicts
Answer: B
23.
The first Europeans to arrive in Ghana in 1471 came from
France
Spain
Switzerland
Portugal
Answer: D
24.
The capital of the Upper East Region is
Bolgatanga
Tamale
Wa
Bawku
Answer: A
25.
The Cape Coast castle is a valuable national asset because it promotes
trade
education
tourism
civilization
Answer: C
26.
The major reason for establishing castle schools by the Europeans was to
educate the people on human rights.
educate their own children.
introduce formal education to the people.
teach religious knowledge.
Answer: B
27.
Tourism in Ghana promotes the growth of
hotel industry.
film industry.
textile industry.
health industry.
Answer: A
28.
Which of the following agricultural practices helps to prevent soil erosion?
Mono-culture
Crop rotation
Cover cropping
Shifting cultivation
Answer: C
29.
A lot of foreigners visit Ghana yearly to see beautiful sceneries. By this, they contribute to the economy through
exploitation of natural resources.
exploitation of culture.
revenue generation and foreign exchange.
developing infrastructure only.
Answer: C
30.
Governance becomes more efficient when the Executive and the Legislature
perform each other's function.
work independently.
perform the same functions.
rely on guidance from Britain.
Answer: B
31.
“Positive Action” proposed by Nkrumah in 1949 was a call for
hard work and honesty
cooperation with the British
national strike and boycott
national unity
Answer: C
32.
Which of the following festivals is associated with fire display?
Kundum
Bugum
Aboakyir
Ohum
Answer: B
33.
Which of the following is not a main food crop cultivated in Ghana?
Maize
Plantain
Cocoyam
Wheat
Answer: D
34.
Rocks which are formed in layers are called
gneiss
sedimentary
igneous
metamorphic
Answer: B
35.
Which of the following imaginary lines on map helps to determine time?
The Arctic Circle
The Antarctic Circle
The Equator
The Greenwich Meridian
Answer: D
36.
What does the conventional sign
on Ghana topographical maps stand for
Fort
Court house
Mosque
Zongo
Mission Station
Answer: C
37.
Conventional signs enable map users to identify
planets.
rock profiles.
cardinal points.
land marks.
Answer: D
38.
There is a large population of white settlers in the highland areas of East Africa mainly because
of the beautiful natural scenery
it is safe to travel along the steep slopes
of the sunshine and warmth
of the availability of water
Answer: E
39.
Which of the following professionals are associated with the legal system in Ghana?
Journalists
Lawyers
Doctors
Accountants
Answer: B
40.
Another name for the North-East Trade Winds is
Fohn
Harmattan
Monsoon
Westerlies
Answer: B
(a)
Identify four challenges mostly associated with human resource development in Ghana.
(b)
Explain four ways in which your government can use the tourism industry to drive development in Ghana.
(a)
Challenges mostly associated with human resource development in Ghana
1. Brain drain
2. Inadequate training and retraining facilities
3. Limited welfare service
4. Poor conditions of service
5. Financial challenges
6. Inadequate job opportunities
7. Inconsistent government policies
8. Bribery and corruption
9. Nepotism/favouritism
10. Poor exhibition of values and attitudes/poor work ethics
11. Improper implementation of educational policies
12. Ineffective monitoring and supervision
(b)
Ways government can use the tourism industry to drive development in Ghana
1. Brings about infrastructural development in Ghana
2. Helps to promote local industries
a)
Draw and label the structure of the earth.
b)
Name the three types of rocks
c)
State four importance of rocks
a)
b)
Types of rocks
1. Igneous rocks
2. Sedimentary rocks
3. Metamorphic rocks
c)
Importance of rocks
1. Tourist Attraction: The shapes and layers of some rocks are so wonderful and beautiful that they sometimes serve as tourist attraction. An example is the umbrella rocks at Boti Falls
2. Source of Minerals: Minerals like gold, diamond and coal are obtained from rocks
3. Building and Construction: Rocks like igneous and metamorphic are used in building houses, constructing of bridges, dams, roads and sea ports
4. Sources of water: The source of underground water supply depends largely on the nature of rocks. An example is spring wells. Water can be obtained from the ground by constructing a well to reach the aquifer
5. Source of salt: Certain rocks contain salt which are mostly used by people living far from the coastal areas. One can be found at Daboya in Northern Ghana
6. Making of ornaments
7. Production of glass
8. Formation of soil
9. Production of cement, gravel, chippings, etc.
10. Habitat for wildlife
a)
State any four ways by which water can be polluted in Ghana.
b)
Explain any three effects of water pollution.
a)
Ways by which water can be polluted in Ghana
1. By dumping waste materials into water
2. By using chemicals such as DDT to catch fish/Bad fishing method
3. By dumping petroleum products and oil spillage into water bodies
4. By pouring sand into the water (blocking water ways with sand)
5. By allowing animals to use same source of water with human beings
6. By human activities such as washing and bathing in rivers or lakes
b)
Effects of water pollution
1. Spread of water borne diseases such as cholera and bilharzia
2. It will also destroy fishes and other aquatic lives (animals and plants) in the water bodies
3. High cost of treating polluted water in order to make it safe for drinking
4. When water becomes polluted and unsafe for drinking, there could be shortage of water
What five major problems face the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Major problems facing the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
1. Lack of funds: Some member states ae impoverished to the extent that they cannot honour their financial obligations. They rely on donor countries for assistance with conditions attached to them
2. Language barrier: Because there is no common language, communication becomes difficult among member states. The countries have different official languages such as English, French and Portuguese
3. Defendant on colonial masters: Some states still receive economic aid from their colonial masters and their over dependence on these colonial masters makes them less committed to ECOWAS
4. Large community size: Decision-making is greatly hampered by the large size of the community. Currently, 16 member countries constitute ECOWAS, which is the largest economic community in the world
5. Lack of commitment: As a result of their association to other economic groups, some members do not show the required seriousness in the programs of the community
6. Absence of common currency: Absence of common currency for transactions among member states creates huge transaction losses for traders in the sub-region due to the cost incurred through exchange rates
7. Poor inter-transport and communication links: ECOWAS countries face problem with transport system to link other member countries for effective trading and marketing
8. Political instability (Military takeover): Military takeover/coup d'état in West Africa makes it difficult for ECOWAS to promote its policies and programs in all the member states
a)
Draw a diagram showing the traditional government structure in Ghana.
b)
State four duties of a chief in the community.
c)
Highlight four duties of an Assembly man in your community.
a)
b
1. A Chief is a custodians of tradition
2. A Chief serves as an intermediary between the traditional area and the federal government.
3. A Chief make sure the customs and rituals are followed
5. Ensures that peace prevails in the area by settling disputes and conflicts
6. A Chief makes bye law
7. Organizes Festivals
c)
1. Raises public awareness of the District Assembly's programs
2. mobilizes the populace in support of community work
3. provides the District Assembly with information about the community's ideas, opinions, and problems.
4. gives the populace feedback on the decisions made by the District Assembly
5. Participate in District Asembly meetings
6. launch development initiative
a)
i)
What is a Non-Governmental Organization?
ii)
Identify any three Non-Governmental Organizations in Ghana.
b)
Explain any four contributions of Non-Governmental Organizations to the development of Ghana.
a)
i)
Non-Governmental Organization is an organization which is not owned/managed by the state or government.
ii)
Examples of Non-Governmental Organizations in Ghana
1. Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
2. Action Aid
3. Help Age
4. Catholic Relief Services
5. 31st December Women Movement
6. World Vision International
7. Sasakawa Global 2000
8. United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
9. Friends of the Earth (FOE)
10. Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)
b)
Contributions of Non-Governmental Organizations to the development of Ghana
1. Provision of social amenities such as schools, library, clinics, water, etc.
2. Eradication of diseases such as guinea worm
3. Provision of credit facilities to small scale business owner
4. Award of scholarships
5. Provision of relief services for disaster hit areas
6. Training/educating of farmers on modern techniques