KUULCHAT
SOCIAL STUDIES MOCK
OBJECTIVE TEST
1.
Which of the following activities is a duty of a citizen of Ghana?
A.
Attending religious meetings
B.
. Instigating mass boycott of development
C.
Owning huge property
D.
Defending the 1992 constitution
Answer: D
2.
A model of the earth is called
A.
a globe
B.
an atlas
C.
a map
D.
a longitude
E.
an equator
Answer: A
3.
When Ghana co-operates with neighbouring countries, it results in
A.
democratic rule
B.
loss of cultural identity
C.
friendly relations
D.
changes in land tenure system
Answer: C
4.
Which type of rain occurs when cold and warm air masses meet?
A.
Orographic
B.
Convectional
C.
Cyclonic
D.
Thunderstorm
Answer: C
5.
A society is said to be disciplined when its members
A.
work hard to promote the well-being of the society.
B.
obey the rules and regulations that govern the society.
C.
agree to choose their leaders very peacefully.
D.
are friendly especially towards foreigners.
Answer: B
6.
Which of the following is not an element of the weather?
A.
Rain
B.
Wind
C.
Thermometer
D.
Sunshine
E.
Cloud
Answer: C
7.
The central government supports District Assemblies through
A.
market tolls
B.
basic rates
C.
property rates
D.
the common fund
Answer: D
8.
Which of the following areas in Ghana is most likely to experience relief rainfall?
A.
Lowlands
B.
Accra Plains
C.
Northern Lowlands
D.
Kwahu Scarp
E.
Afram Plains
Answer: D
9.
Which of the following is not found in West Africa?
A.
Fouta Djallon Mountains
B.
Guinea highlands
C.
Jos Plateau
D.
Akwapim-Togo Ranges
E.
Ahaggar Plateau
Answer: E
10.
The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is noted for the production of
A.
gold
B.
bauxite
C.
tin
D.
diamond
E.
coal
Answer: C
11.
Socialization of the child begins
A.
at school
B.
at home
C.
at church
D.
with the peer group
Answer: B
12.
The official seat of the government of Ghana is the
A.
Flagstaff House
B.
Peduase Lodge
C.
Osu Castle
D.
State House
E.
Black Star Square
Answer: C
13.
The Ghana Coat of Arms was designed by
A.
Amon Kotei
B.
Philip Gbeho
C.
Ephraim Amu
D.
Sophia Doku
Answer: A
14.
Use the diagram above to answer the question below
The feature marked B in the diagram can best be described as a
A.
spur
B.
ridge
C.
plateau
D.
mountain
E.
elbow
Answer: A
15.
Power in a democratic state is exercised by the
A.
majority
B.
judiciary
C.
military
D.
monarch
E.
parliament
Answer: A
16.
For Ghanaians to come out of negative influence of colonial mentality, they should
A.
develop high sense of self-reliance.
B.
stop foreigners from coming into Ghana.
C.
develop taste for European goods.
D.
adopt foreign cultures.
Answer: A
17.
The Gonja under the leadership of Ndewura Jakpa migrated from
A.
Liberia
B.
Senegal
C.
Mali
D.
Chad
Answer: B
18.
What is the name given to the area lying between the Tropic of Cancer and latitude 66 ½ ° North?
A.
Equatorial zone
B.
Polar zone
C.
Temperate zone
D.
Arctic zone
E.
Antarctic zone
Answer: C
19.
The main function of the executive organ of government is
A.
approval of budget.
B.
implementation of policies.
C.
interpretation of the law.
D.
law making and arbitration.
Answer: B
20.
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
21.
The Djebobo and Torogbani mountains are located in the
A.
Gambaga escarpment
B.
Atiwa-Atwredu ranges
C.
Akwapim-Togo ranges
D.
Kwahu plateau
Answer: C
22.
The Coussey Committee was set up by
A.
Sir Allan Burns.
B.
Sir Gordon Guggisberg.
C.
Sir Arden Clarke.
D.
Sir Gerald Creasy.
Answer: C
23.
Low savings by Ghanaian workers is mainly due to
A.
high dependency ratio
B.
low exchange rate of the cedi
C.
laziness of Ghanaian workers
D.
extravagant living of Ghanaians
Answer: A
24.
Rocks which are formed in layers are called
A.
gneiss
B.
sedimentary
C.
igneous
D.
metamorphic
Answer: B
25.
The factions in the Liberia civil war signed the Bamako Peace Accord in
A.
July 1990
B.
August 1990
C.
October 1990
D.
November 1990
E.
December 1990
Answer: C
26.
Which of the following personalities was a member of the United Gold Coast Convention?
A.
Kojo Botsio
B.
J.B. Danquah
C.
Krobo Edusei
D.
K. A. Gbedemah
Answer: B
27.
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
28.
Which of the following towns is well noted for Manganese mining?
A.
Obuasi
B.
Nyinahin
C.
Tarkwa
D.
Akwatia
E.
Nsuta
Answer: E
29.
Which of the following minerals is not mined in Ghana?
A.
Diamond
B.
Gold
C.
Potassium
D.
Bauxite
Answer: C
30.
The Poll Tax Ordinance was passed in
A.
1820
B.
1825
C.
1852
D.
1874
E.
1896
Answer: C
31.
Which of the following is the best way of conserving Ghana‟s forest cover?
A.
Promoting the use of charcoal
B.
Vigilance of forest guards
C.
Encouraging the replanting of trees
D.
Growing more cover crops
Answer: C
32.
Which of the following is a primary activity?
A.
Plywood processing
B.
Fruit canning
C.
Cocoa cultivation
D.
Textile production
Answer: C
33.
Thick dark clouds, thunder and lightning are associated with
A.
convectional rainfall
B.
relief rainfall
C.
evaporation
D.
transpiration
E.
condensation
Answer: A
34.
The Organization of Africa Unity (OAU) is made up of only
A.
independent African states
B.
dependent African states
C.
colonized African states
D.
black African states
E.
warring states
Answer: A
35.
Which of the following scenarios explain the main purpose of the Internet?
A.
Robots building several vehicles at a time
B.
Developing new medicine kits
C.
Connecting electronic devices and making lives more convenient
D.
Scientists going to space and other planets
Answer: C
36.
The first general election held in the Gold Coast in 1951 was won by the
A.
National Alliance for the Liberals.
B.
National Liberation Movement.
C.
Convention People's Party.
D.
United Goad Coast Convention.
Answer: C
37.
In 1957 the people of Ghana gained independence from the British colonial rule after a long political struggle. What was the main reason for Ghana's independence? To
A.
make Ghanaian culture and traditions superior to the British
B.
gain economic freedom and control our natural resources
C.
adopt a new political system and form a government
D.
unite with other African countries and form a single nation
Answer: C
38.
The struggle for Ghana‟s independence from 1951 to 1957 was led by
A.
Dr J. B. Danquah
B.
Mr Ako Adjei
C.
Dr K. A. Busia
D.
Dr Kwame Nkrumah
E.
Mr K. A. Gbedemah
Answer: D
39.
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
40.
In the history of Ghana, Yaa Asantewaa is noted for the
A.
War of 1901
B.
Akatamanso war
C.
War of 1874
D.
Adaamanso war
E.
Feyiase war
Answer: A
THEORY QUESTIONS
1.
a)
i)
Define discipline.
ii)
List five acts of discipline in the Ghanaian society.
b)
Identify four reasons that account indiscipline in the Ghanaian society.
a)
i)
Discipline means conforming to rules and regulations governing a group or people or society.
ii)
Acts of indiscipline in the Ghanaian society
1. Disrespect to people
2. Drug abuse
3. Alcoholism
4. Bribery and corruption
5. Cheating or defrauding
6. Immoral practices or child pornography
7. Rape or defilement
8. Over speeding
9. Careless driving
10. Disregard for environmental rules on sanitation
11. Pride in practicing acts of delinquency/truancy/streetism
12. The use of drugs and alcoholism
b)
Reasons for indiscipline in the Ghanaian society
1. Influence of the media
2. Peer pressure
3. Influence of foreign movies and cultures
4. Irresponsible behaviour
5. Unemployment
6. Poverty
7. Ignorance/lack of education
8. Broken homes
9. Curiosity and adventure
10. The use of drugs and alcohol
11. Copying unacceptable behaviours of some adults in society
12. Pride in practising acts of delinquency/truancy
13. Crave for material things
14. Urbanization or rapid population
15. Inability to enforce rules against indiscipline by institutions
16. Breakdown of traditional values and norms
2.
(a)
Mention four minerals in Ghana.
(b)
Name one important town associated with each mineral mentioned in Ghana.
(c)
Mention the method of extraction of any three of the minerals.
(d)
Give one use each of any three minerals mentioned.
a, b & c)
| Minerals | Associated Town | Method of extraction |
| Gold | 1. Obuasi
|
Deep shaft mining |
| Diamond | Akwatia |
Dredging/Open cast |
| Manganese | Nsuta |
Open cast |
| Bauxite | Awaso |
Open cast |
(d)
Uses of minerals
| Mineral | Uses |
| Gold | Jewellery, gold coins, chief's regalia |
| Diamond | Cutting tools, jewellery |
| Manganese | Manufacturing of steel, dry cell batteries, glass-making, drugs-making |
| Bauxite | Processed into aluminium which can be used for making roofing sheets, cooking utensils, etc. |
3.
Give five reasons why the Mamprusi defeated the original people of Northern Ghana
The Mamprusi
1. Are the main ethnic groups found in the Upper-East Region of Ghana
2. It is however believed that the ancestors of the Mamprusi were not the first settlers in the area
3. They migrated from a place east of Lake Chad and later settled for a short period at Zamfara in northern Nigeria before moving to their present home
4. They were led by a brave warrior called "The Red Hunter"
5. Whey they arrived, some people had already settled in the area
6. These people were the Vagala, Sisala, the Komkomba and Chambas
7. They defeated the original people of Northern Ghana due to the following reasons
Reasons why the Mamprusi defeated the original people of Northern Ghana
1. The original people had no central government to unite them
2. The Mamprusi were very organized and disciplined with a very strong central government
3. The Mamprusi were well armed with better weapons such as spears, iron swords, horses and cudgels whereas the original people used only bows and arrows
4. The King of Mamprusi, Na Gbewa (a.k.a Naa Gbanwah) was a clever leader. He used his cleverness to expand the territory before the people could organized themselves
5. The Mamprusi had an organized standing army to fight the people
6. The King of Mamprusi, Na Gbewa (a.k.a Naa Gbanwah) had excellent leadership skills.
4.
a)
What was the Trans-Saharan Trade?
b)
State four effects of the Trans-Saharan Trade on Western Sudan
c)
State five items of the Trans-Saharan Trade
a)
Trans-Saharan Trade was the barter trade between the people of Western Sudan and North Africa across the Sahara Desert. The trade was conducted among three continents, Africa, Europe and Asia
b)
Positive effects of the Trans-Saharan Trade on Western Sudan
1. Travelling possibilities: The trade paved way for many people such as traders, scholars, religious groups to cross the Saharan Desert for the first time
2. Spread of culture: It led to the spread of the culture of the North Africans and the Arabs in Western Sudan
3. Wealth creation: It made the people of Western Sudan very rich
4. Spread of religion: It also led to the spread of the Islamic Religion in the Western Sudan
Negative effects of the Trans-Saharan Trade on Western Sudan
1. Insecurity in the desert: It made the trade routes to become very dangerous. Attacks by armed robbers were common
2. Lack of water: Water was a problem to those who lost their way in the desert from or to Western Sudan
c)
Items of the Trans-Saharan Trade
1. Salt
2. Gold
3. Ostrich feathers
4. Spices
5. Cloth
6. Beads
7. Ivory
8. Guns
9. Gun powder
10. Camels
5.
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
a)
Tourism is the act of travelling to new places to see scenries and enjoy facilities there
b)
i) Lake Bosomtwi -> Kumasi
ii) Volta Estuary -> Accra
iii) Mole National Park -> Tamale
iv) Ussher Fort -> Accra
c)
1. Improving tourist facilities
2. Providing security to tourist
3. Preserving the beauty of tourist site
4. Improving sanitation around tourist site
5. Reasonable cost for tourist
6. Political stability
6.
(a)
Identify four characteristics of a good law
(b)
Highlight four benefits of law in a society
(a)
Characteristics of a good law
1. It must serve the interest of the people
2. It must be reasonable
3. It must apply equally to everyone
4. It should be publicized
5. It should be capable of being enforced
6. It should be flexible
7. It should not infringe on the fundamental human rights of the individual
8. The law must be certain/specific/unambiguous
9. The law must not be backdated
(b)
Benefits of law in a society
1. It allows people to conform to social order
2. Promotes peace and stability in society
3. Brings crime under controll
4. Leads to social and economic progress
5. Protects public or private property
6. Protects human rights
7. Leads to discipline and moral uprightness
8. Promotes good governance