KUULCHAT
SOCIAL STUDIES MOCK

OBJECTIVE TEST

1.

Which of the following countries has the least per capita income?

A.

Japan

B.

Ghana

C.

Britain

D.

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?

A.

Risk taking

B.

Adaptability

C.

Leadership

D.

Savings

Answer: A

3.

The right to life is an example of

A.

economic right.

B.

natural right.

C.

legal right.

D.

political right.

Answer: B

4.

The outermost part of the earth is called the

A.

atmosphere

B.

core

C.

mantle

D.

crust

Answer: D

5.

The main means of transportation in The Gambia is

A.

road

B.

rail

C.

air

D.

water

E.
caravan

Answer: D

6.

Which of the following types of rock is suitable for road construction?

A.

Marble

B.

Granite

C.

Slate

D.

Quartzite

Answer: B

7.

The integrity of the nation can be defended by

A.

encouraging immigration.

B.

reporting saboteurs.

C.

educating the youth.

D.

cleaning the environment.

Answer: B

8.

The Arctic Circle is

A.

23 ½ ° north

B.

23 ½ ° south

C.

66 ½ ° north

D.

66 ½ ° south

Answer: C

9.

The symbol of political authority among the northern people of Ghana is the

A.

sword

B.

stool

C.

crown

D.

skin

Answer: D

10.

What name is given to the point where a tributary joins the main river ?/p>

A.

Source

B.

Mouth

C.

Confluence

D.

Delta

E.
Estuary

Answer: C

11.

Water pollution is caused by all the following except

A.

oil spillage

B.

recycling of waste

C.

sewage disposal

D.

alluvial mining

E.
oil drilling

Answer: B

12.

A good layout and enforcement of Town Planning laws can help reduce

A.

substance abuse.

B.

influx of immigrants.

C.

emergence of slums.

D.

population growth.

Answer: C

13.

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

14.

Private business help in developing the nation when they

A.

increase their profit

B.

import consumer goods

C.

pay appropriate taxes

D.

produce more goods

Answer: C

15.

Golden jubilee is celebrated at every

A.

10 years

B.

15 years

C.

25 years

D.

50 years

E.
100 years

Answer: D

16.

The southeast Monsoon winds, more often than not bring rainfall to the southern parts of Ghana between

A.

December and March.

B.

January and April.

C.

February and June.

D.

April and October.

Answer: D

17.

The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is noted for the production of

A.

coal

B.

diamond

C.

tin

D.

bauxite

Answer: A

18.

Productivity in the Public Service is low because of

A.

poor work attitude

B.

aged workers

C.

abundant production

D.

effective supervision

Answer: A

19.

Workers in Ghana are required by law to contribute towards their future upkeep through

A.

Company shares

B.

Treasury bills

C.

Government bonds

D.

Social Security schemes

Answer: D

20.

Which of the following features is not part of the physical environment?

A.

Air

B.

Building

C.

Music

D.

Rivers

Answer: C

21.

The Jos plateau in Nigeria is noted for the production of

A.

Gold

B.

Bauxite

C.

Tin

D.

Diamond

E.
Coal

Answer: C

22.

The Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) in Ghana is responsible for resolving problems relating too

A.

work place disputes

B.

family welfare

C.

the chieftaincy institution

D.

tribal conflicts

Answer: B

23.

The first Europeans to arrive in Ghana in 1471 came from

A.

France

B.

Spain

C.

Switzerland

D.

Portugal

Answer: D

24.

The capital of the Upper East Region is

A.

Bolgatanga

B.

Tamale

C.

Wa

D.

Bawku

E.
Zuarungu

Answer: A

25.

The Cape Coast castle is a valuable national asset because it promotes

A.

trade

B.

education

C.

tourism

D.

civilization

Answer: C

26.

The major reason for establishing castle schools by the Europeans was to

A.

educate the people on human rights.

B.

educate their own children.

C.

introduce formal education to the people.

D.

teach religious knowledge.

Answer: B

27.

Tourism in Ghana promotes the growth of

A.

hotel industry.

B.

film industry.

C.

textile industry.

D.

health industry.

Answer: A

28.

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

A.

Mono-culture

B.

Crop rotation

C.

Cover cropping

D.

Shifting cultivation

Answer: C

29.

A lot of foreigners visit Ghana yearly to see beautiful sceneries. By this, they contribute to the economy through

A.

exploitation of natural resources.

B.

exploitation of culture.

C.

revenue generation and foreign exchange.

D.

developing infrastructure only.

Answer: C

30.

Governance becomes more efficient when the Executive and the Legislature

A.

perform each other's function.

B.

work independently.

C.

perform the same functions.

D.

rely on guidance from Britain.

Answer: B

31.

“Positive Action” proposed by Nkrumah in 1949 was a call for

A.

hard work and honesty

B.

cooperation with the British

C.

national strike and boycott

D.

national unity

Answer: C

32.

Which of the following festivals is associated with fire display?

A.

Kundum

B.

Bugum

C.

Aboakyir

D.

Ohum

Answer: B

33.

Which of the following is not a main food crop cultivated in Ghana?

A.

Maize

B.

Plantain

C.

Cocoyam

D.

Wheat

E.
Rice

Answer: D

34.

Rocks which are formed in layers are called

A.

gneiss

B.

sedimentary

C.

igneous

D.

metamorphic

Answer: B

35.

Which of the following imaginary lines on map helps to determine time?

A.

The Arctic Circle

B.

The Antarctic Circle

C.

The Equator

D.

The Greenwich Meridian

Answer: D

36.

What does the conventional sign on Ghana topographical maps stand for

A.

Fort

B.

Court house

C.

Mosque

D.

Zongo

E.

Mission Station

Answer: C

37.

Conventional signs enable map users to identify

A.

planets.

B.

rock profiles.

C.

cardinal points.

D.

land marks.

Answer: D

38.

There is a large population of white settlers in the highland areas of East Africa mainly because

A.

of the beautiful natural scenery

B.

it is safe to travel along the steep slopes

C.

of the sunshine and warmth

D.

of the availability of water

E.
of the cool, healthy and pleasant environment

Answer: E

39.

Which of the following professionals are associated with the legal system in Ghana?

A.

Journalists

B.

Lawyers

C.

Doctors

D.

Accountants

Answer: B

40.

Another name for the North-East Trade Winds is

A.

Fohn

B.

Harmattan

C.

Monsoon

D.

Westerlies

Answer: B

THEORY QUESTIONS

1.

(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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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