KUULCHAT
SOCIAL STUDIES MOCK
OBJECTIVE TEST
1.
Landmarks are important features used in finding
A.
cardinal points.
B.
compass points.
C.
direction.
D.
layout.
Answer: C
2.
The last Governor-General of Ghana was
A.
Sir Charles Noble Arden-Clarke
B.
Sir Gordon Guggisberg
C.
Captain George Maclean
D.
Sir Garnet Wolsley
E.
Lord Listowell
Answer: E
3.
When the time in Accra is 6 pm, the time in Lagos will be
A.
4 pm
B.
5 pm
C.
6 pm
D.
7 pm
Answer: D
4.
The imaginary lines shown on maps which help to determine time are called
A.
longitudes.
B.
equitor.
C.
latitudes.
D.
great circles.
Answer: A
5.
The conventional sign 1000 on a map represents
A.
spot height
B.
conical hill
C.
settlement type
D.
distance
E.
trigonometric station
Answer: A
6.
Which of the following measures can help reduce Ghana's dependency on foreign aid?
A.
Generating more revenue locally
B.
Relying on Bank of Ghana reserves
C.
Patronizing goods from abroad
D.
Repaying all foreign loans immediately
Answer: A
7.
The risk bearing of a business organization falls on the
A.
customers.
B.
entrepreneurs.
C.
workers.
D.
bankers.
Answer: B
8.
When two air masses of different temperatures meet, it results in
A.
the formation of relief rainfall.
B.
the formation of cyclonic rainfall.
C.
thunder and lightning.
D.
rain shadow zone.
Answer: B
9.
Who was the head of state of Ghana between 1957 and 1960?
A.
Kwame Nkrumah
B.
Queen Elizabeth II
C.
Akuffo Addo
D.
Lt. Gen. Ankrah
E.
K. A. Busia
Answer: B
10.
In Ghana, Odwira festival usually serves all the following purposes except
A.
providing entertainment
B.
community development planning
C.
pouring libation to the ancestors
D.
purification of the ancestral stools
E.
outdooring of new-born babies
Answer: E
11.
The bilateral co-operation between Ghana and Nigeria helps Ghana to import one of the following commodities on credit:
A.
palm oil
B.
refined oil
C.
vegetable oil
D.
crude oil
Answer: D
12.
All the following are weekly newspapers in Ghana except the
A.
Spectator
B.
Ghanaian Times
C.
Mirror
D.
Voice
E.
People and Places
Answer: B
13.
Ghana co-operates with other nations mainly to
A.
ensure her political stability
B.
develop her national trade
C.
maintain internal peace
D.
maintain international peace
Answer: D
14.
The main work of the members of parliament under the 1992 constitution is to
A.
execute laws.
B.
draw manifestos.
C.
interpret laws.
D.
make laws.
Answer: D
15.
Who was the President of the third republic of Ghana?
A.
Dr K. Abrefa Busia
B.
Dr J. B. Danquah
C.
Mr Victor Owusu
D.
Dr Hilla Limann
E.
Dr E. V. C. de Graft Johnson
Answer: D
16.
The constitution of a country is endorsed by the people through
A.
census
B.
acclamation
C.
a referendum
D.
bye-election
Answer: C
17.
One of the aims of the African Union (AU) is to
A.
eliminate cultural differences in Africa
B.
increase the size of foreign aid to Africa
C.
increase the growth of Africa‟s population
D.
eliminate conflicts in Africa
Answer: D
18.
If Ghana is to be self-reliant, it must adopt the following methods except
A.
less dependent on foreign goods.
B.
use of expertise from Ghana
C.
overdependence on foreign assistance.
D.
improve agriculture.
Answer: C
19.
. Efficiency of the labour force is achieved through
A.
poor work attitude
B.
moral education
C.
sacrificial work
D.
training and retraining
Answer: D
20.
The poll to determine whether British Togoland should join Ghana or not is known as
A.
referendum
B.
general election
C.
plebiscite
D.
electoral college
Answer: C
21.
The Governor of the Gold Coast during the 1948 riots was
A.
Sir Gerald Creasy
B.
Sir Charles Noble Arden-Clarke
C.
Sir Aiken Watson
D.
Sir Henley Coussey
E.
Captain George Maclean
Answer: A
22.
Which of the following crops would not thrive well in the Savanna?
A.
Millet
B.
Coffee
C.
Shea nut
D.
Rice
E.
Groundnut
Answer: B
23.
Which principle is used to check abuse of power in governance?
A.
Rule of law
B.
Separation of powers
C.
Executive Veto
D.
Parliamentary immunity
Answer: A
24.
A constitution is important for a country because it
A.
allows criminals to be detained without trial
B.
serves as the basis for good governance
C.
is interpreted by the judiciary
D.
can be defended by the military
Answer: B
25.
One way of sustaining unity among the ethnic groups in Ghana is by
A.
selecting leaders through elections.
B.
allowing people to enjoy free movement.
C.
appreciating the cultural practices of other people.
D.
keeping troublemakers in prison.
Answer: C
26.
The Asante became a British colony through
A.
agreement
B.
appeal
C.
defeat
D.
persuasion
Answer: C
27.
One factor not likely to bring about cultural change in society is
A.
formal education.
B.
high birth rate.
C.
informal education.
D.
superstitious beliefs.
Answer: D
28.
The best way of increasing productivity in the agricultural sector is through
A.
effective supervision.
B.
the use of modern technology
C.
instituting best farmers' awards.
D.
planning and target setting.
Answer: B
29.
The people of British Togoland joined Ghana through
A.
conquest.
B.
persuasion.
C.
voting.
D.
declaration.
Answer: C
30.
Which institution is responsible for making the main laws of Ghana?
A.
District Assembly
B.
Parliament
C.
Supreme Court
D.
Jury
Answer: B
31.
Fetu Afahye is celebrated by the people of
A.
Anomabu
B.
Elmina
C.
Cape Coast
D.
Winneba
Answer: C
32.
The railway line from Dunkwa to Awaso was built by Governor
A.
Sir Charles McCarthy
B.
Sir Gordon Guggisberg
C.
Sir Alan Burns
D.
Captain Maclean
E.
Lord Listowel
Answer: C
33.
Ghana was ushered into the fourth republican government in
A.
1981.
B.
1966.
C.
1979.
D.
1992.
Answer: D
34.
The main cause of the formation of the Volta Lake was the
A.
construction of a dam across the Volta River
B.
generation of hydro-electric power from the Volta River
C.
activities of the fishermen along the Volta River
D.
construction of a bridge across the Volta River
E.
development of river transportation on the Volta River
Answer: A
35.
The only country in West Africa which did not come under colonial rule is
A.
Liberia
B.
Gambia
C.
Senegal
D.
Guinea
Answer: A
36.
Which of the following vegetation types is not found in Ghana?
A.
Sahel woodland
B.
Guinea savanna
C.
Mangrove forest
D.
Tropical rain forest
Answer: A
37.
Which of the following countries is the largest producer of rice in the world?
A.
India
B.
Thailand
C.
China
D.
Indonesia
Answer: C
38.
The people of Ghana were freed from Colonial rule on
A.
28th February, 1948
B.
6th March, 1957
C.
1st July, 1961
D.
4th June, 1979
E.
31st December, 1980
Answer: B
39.
Vaccines used in Ghana for the immunization of children are supplied by
A.
District Assemblies
B.
C.
United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
D.
World Health Organization (WHO)
E.
Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs)
Answer: D
40.
Community conflicts are best settled through
A.
arbitration and reconciliation
B.
court ruling
C.
government intervention
D.
police action
Answer: A
THEORY QUESTIONS
1.
State five roles played by traditional heads in Ghana
Roles played by traditional heads in Ghana
1. They are the custodians of traditional property and land
2. They ensure that customs and traditional rites are observed
3. They serve as links between the central government and the traditional area
4. They mobilize their people to undertake development projects and communal labour
5. They are the spiritual leaders of their people
6. They function as the political leaders/administrators of the traditional area
7. They ensure that peace prevails in the area by settling disputes and conflicts
2.
a)
Describe the following:
i)
rotation of the earth;
ii)
revolution of the earth.
b)
Mention any two effects of each of the following:
i)
rotation of the earth;
ii)
revolution of the earth.
a)
i)
Rotation of the earth is the movement of the earth on its axis for 24 hours (one day)
ii)
Revolution of the earth is the movement of the earth around the sun on its orbit. This movement occurs every 365 days (one year)
b)
i)
Effects of rotation of the earth
1. It brings about day and night
2. It causes the deflection of winds and ocean currents
3. It brings about the division of the earth into time zones
4. It causes the tides, making a rise and fall in the level of the sea
5. It brings differences in local time
ii)
Effects of revolution of the earth
1. It brings differences in the altitude of the midday sun at different times of the year
2. Winter, spring, summer and autumn occur as a result of the revolution of the earth
3. Different length of day and night at varying times of the year occur due to the revolution
4. It causes the eclipses (moon and sun)
3.
(a)
State four causes of irresponsible adolescent behaviour
(b)
Explain four benefits of adolescent chastity
(a)
Causes of irresponsible adolescent behaviour
1. Refusal of parents to provide children with their needs
2. Pressure from their peers to engage in bad behaviour
3. The adventurous nature of some children/curiosity
4. Failure of parents in show respect to their children
5. Parents engage in irresponsible behaviour themselves for instance engaging in prostitution, drunkenness, etc.
6. Some parents fail to show affection to their children and rather blame them for everything that goes wrong
7. Some children enjoy it when they are branded as "Bad boys"
8. Some children copy bad behaviour from the media such as films, magazines, adverts, etc.
9. Breakdown of the extended family system
10. Broken homes
11. Ignorance of some children/lack of education
12. Poverty on the part of the child/parent
13. The uncontrolled desire for material things
(b)
Benefits of adolescent chastity
1. Self dignity
2. Self confidence
3. Respect from adults or community
4. Easy to attract responsible partner for marriage
5. Uninterrupted education
6. Promotes self discipline
7. Brings honour to parents
8. Keeping focus on goals in life
9. Freedom from Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) including HIV/AIDS
10. Avoidance of early parenthood/teenage pregnancy
11. Avoidance of abortion and its effects
12. Brings about trust in marriage
4.
a)
Draw an outline of the globe
b)
i
Article Circle
ii
Tropic of Capricorn
iii
Latitude 0o
iv
Direction of Earth's rotation
v
North Pole
c)
i
State two major highlands in Ghana
ii
State two major lowlands in Ghana
d)
Outline two uses of International Dateline
a)
b)
c)
(i) Major Highlands in Ghana
1. Akwapim - Togo ranges
2. Mampong Scarp/ (Central Highlands)
3. Kwahu Scarp
4. Wa Scarp (North West Highlands)
5. Gambaga Scarp (North East Highlands)
c)
(ii) Major lowlands in Ghana
1. Volta Basin Lowlands
2. The Coastal plains in south
3. Densu river
4. Pra River
5. Tano River
6. River/Basins
d)
Uses of International Dateline
1. Helps to avoid confusion resulting from differences in time between places in the world/used to determine time
2. Helps to determine days and nights at various places in the world at a specific time
3. Helpts a traveller to know when a day is lost or gained
4. Helps to divide the earth into twenty-four hour time zones
5. Its zigzag nature helps to avoid two different days in a country
6. Helps to divide the earth into two equal parts and twenty-four hour time zones
7. Helps to determine the number of hours ahead or behind a traveller of another location
8. Helps to determine dates at different parts of the world at the same time
9. Helps to determine the local time and standard time with reference to the GMT
5.
a)
Mention four sources from which fish are caught in Ghana.
b)
Describe two ways by which the fish are caught.
c)
Name:
i)
two types of fish caught.
ii)
two methods of preserving fish.
a)
Sources from which fish are caught in Ghana
1. Lagoons
2. Rivers
3. Lakes
4. Sea
5. Ponds
6. Streams
b)
Ways of catching fish
1. Nets: Nets are cast into the water and any fish that swims around may be trapped. After a while, the nets are pulled out and emptied
2. Fish traps: Baits are placed in traps and put into rivers to attract fishes. Any fish that get into the trap to get the bait cannot get out
3. Hooks and lines: A bait is put at the tip of a hook and with the help of a line, it is thrown into water (river, lake, dam, sea, etc.). Any fish that attempts to feed on the bait get hooked
4. Baskets: A basket is lowered into the water body. It is either left to stay for fish to swim in or moved by hand to catch fish. It is quickly pulled up and emptied
c)
i)
Types of fish caught
1. Mudfish
2. Salmon
3. Tuna
4. Tilapia
5. Herrings
6. Catfish
ii)
Methods of preserving fish
1. Salting
2. Frying
3. Drying
4. Smoking
5. Canning
6. Freezing
6.
(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