KUULCHAT
SOCIAL STUDIES MOCK
OBJECTIVE TEST
1.
Dakar is to Senegal as Nouakchott is to
A.
Benin
B.
Gabon
C.
Mauritania
D.
Guinea Bissau
E.
Mali
Answer: C
2.
Ghana lies between latitudes
A.
5⁰ South and 11⁰ North
B.
5⁰ North and 11⁰ North
C.
5⁰ North and 11⁰ South
D.
5⁰ South and 11⁰ South
Answer: B
3.
The life span of waterbodies are naturally prolonged through
A.
adequate rainfall
B.
building of dams
C.
water sanitation
D.
irrigation systems
Answer: A
4.
The Danes defeated the Anlos in the
A.
Sagbadre war
B.
Srogbo war
C.
Sagrenti war
D.
Dodowa war
E.
Datsutagba war
Answer: A
5.
Which of the following is a sketch? A town drawn
A.
with arrangement of houses.
B.
without the arrangement of houses.
C.
with reference to actual size on the ground.
D.
without reference to actual size on the ground.
Answer: D
6.
Which of the following is not an agent of erosion?
A.
Wind
B.
River
C.
Sea
D.
Ice
E.
Volcano
Answer: E
7.
The capital of the old Ghana Empire was
A.
Walata
B.
Timbuktu
C.
Jeriba
D.
Diara
E.
Kumbi Saleh
Answer: E
8.
The people of British Togoland joined Ghana through
A.
conquest
B.
declaration
C.
permission
D.
voting
Answer: D
9.
Relief rainfall is mostly experienced in areas of
A.
highlands.
B.
savannahs.
C.
forests.
D.
lowlands
Answer: A
10.
In the Ghanaian society, irresponsible parenting is one of the causes of
A.
rural-urban migration
B.
teenage pregnancy
C.
late marriages
D.
infant mortality
Answer: B
11.
The efficiency of labour can be increased if one
A.
Reports to work early
B.
uses appropriate technology
C.
works for longer hours
D.
works independently
Answer: B
12.
Which of the following towns is not situated along the Volta Lake?
A.
Yapei
B.
Buipe
C.
Kete Krachi
D.
Akosombo
E.
Ho
Answer: E
13.
A highland which has a steep slope on one side and a gentle slope on the other side is called
A.
a plateau
B.
an escarpment
C.
a ridge
D.
a conical hill
Answer: D
14.
A scale of map expressed as ratio is known as
A.
linear scale.
B.
simple fraction.
C.
representative fraction.
D.
statement scale.
Answer: C
15.
Any lawful endeavour undertaken by an individual to earn a living is referred to as
A.
productivity.
B.
attitude.
C.
work.
D.
skills.
Answer: C
16.
Which of the following is a chemically formed sedimentary rock?
A.
Granite
B.
Coal
C.
Potash
D.
Lignite
Answer: C
17.
One negative effect of colonization on the Ghanaian society is the
A.
introduction of formal education.
B.
introduction of currency.
C.
adulteration of our culture.
D.
introduction of plantation farming.
Answer: C
18.
Indiscipline among the youth can be reduced through
A.
increasing health care.
B.
enriching the youth with money.
C.
encouraging desire for wealth.
D.
public education.
Answer: D
19.
The largest vegetation type in Ghana is
A.
Sahel savanna
B.
Guinea savannah
C.
Mangrove forest
D.
Coastal thicket
E.
Evergreen forest
Answer: B
20.
Ghana's dependence on foreign loans can be minimized by
A.
diversifying and processing more for exports.
B.
the importation of skilled labour.
C.
the size of her population.
D.
printing more money.
Answer: A
21.
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.
Answer: C
22.
Which of the following is not a feature of a sketched map?
A.
Tile
B.
Key
C.
Scale
D.
Landmark
Answer: D
23.
A general pardon for offence against the state is known as
A.
amnesty
B.
freedom
C.
permit
D.
exeat
E.
visa
Answer: A
24.
A long narrow stretch of hills is called
A.
Ridge
B.
Spur
C.
Mountain
D.
Valley
Answer: A
25.
When two air masses of different temperature meet, the result is
A.
thunder and lightning.
B.
. rain shadow zone.
C.
cyclonic rainfall.
D.
relief rainfall.
Answer: C
Cyclonic rains are caused when the warm moist air comes in contact with cool dry air. At the end of summer, the air above the water heats up and rises creating an area of low pressure. So, the high pressure cold air starts rushing in. When this cold air meets the warm air, it forms a high-speed spiral that rises up and causes rain along the coasts.
26.
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.
Answer: B
27.
Peaceful co-existence among ethnic groups is important for
A.
sustainable development.
B.
population growth.
C.
increasing government revenue.
D.
reducing crime in society.
Answer: A
28.
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
29.
Which of the following settlements is a feature of a slum?
A.
Dispersed settlement
B.
Linear settlement
C.
Overcrowded settlement
D.
Planned settlement
Answer: C
30.
The swollen shoot disease affects
A.
cotton
B.
coconut
C.
cocoa
D.
coffee
E.
cassava
Answer: C
31.
Which type of rain occurs when cold and warm air masses meet?
A.
Orographic
B.
Convectional
C.
Cyclonic
D.
Thunderstorm
Answer: C
32.
The most significant attitude that helps to enhance self identity of the individual in the community is
A.
engaging in peer teaching in school.
B.
avoiding peer influence in the community.
C.
always wearing clean clothes.
D.
showing respect to the elderly.
Answer: A
33.
The Headquarters of the United Nations Organization is in
A.
Geneva
B.
Washington
C.
New York
D.
Amsterdam
E.
Addis Ababa
Answer: C
34.
What name is given to molten rock that reaches the surface of the earth?
A.
Lava
B.
Magma
C.
Clay
D.
Sand
Answer: A
35.
In order to protect one's rights, a citizen should be
A.
a law student
B.
a youth leader
C.
educated on them
D.
an observer at court sittings
Answer: C
36.
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
37.
Sources of revenue for District Assemblies in Ghana include
A.
Sales tax
B.
purchase tax
C.
basic rates
D.
income tax
E.
import duties
Answer: A
38.
Which of the following conducted the District Assembly Election in Ghana?
A.
B.
National Commission for Democracy
C.
National Council on Women and Development
D.
Statistical Services Department
E.
National House of Chiefs
Answer: B
39.
A set of rules that protects the lives of the people and shows how a nation should be governed is known as
A.
conventions
B.
constitution
C.
rules
D.
regulations
E.
customs
Answer: B
40.
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
THEORY QUESTIONS
1.
(a)
Identify four factors that led to the 1948 riots in the Gold Coast.
[8 marks]
(b)
Highlight four ways in which the 1948 riots contributed to Ghana's independence.
[12 marks]
(a)
Factors that led to the 1948 riots in the Gold Coast
1. Shooting and killing of the three Ex-servicemen at the Osu cross road
2. Non-payment of pension to the veterans/unfulfilled promises to the ex-servicemen
3. Unemployment among school leavers in the country
4. Shortage of essential commodities
5. Refusal to grant loans to local traders
6. Poor living conditions for ex-soldiers
7. Monopolisation of wholesale and international trade by foreigners (AWAM)
8. General discrimination against the local people
9. Introduction of conditional sales by foreign traders
10. Cutting down diseased cocoa trees
11. High cost of goods
12. Dissatisfaction of the Burns constitution
13. Resentment towards colonial rule
Any 4 @ 2 marks each = 8 marks
(b)
Ways the 1948 riots contributed to Ghana's independence
1.
It led to the formation of the Watson Commission which recommended a new constitution to be drafted as a prelude to self-rule and independence.
2.
Dr. Kwame Nkrumah left the UGCC to form a new party, C.P.P(The Convention People's Party)
3.
Gave people of Gold Coast a sense of Political awareness/Nationalism/Hatred for colonial rule
4.
Led the formation of the Coussey Committee that drew the 1951 constitution of the Gold Coast/Constitutional reforms
5.
More Africans were recommended to lead the Civil Service
6.
More schools were to be set up to educate Gold Coasters
7.
It led to the arrest of the Big Six which made them popular
8.
Led to an increase in the member of Gold Coasters in both the Legislative and Executive Council
9.
It drew international attention to Gold Coast's struggle for independence
Any 4 points @ 3 marks each = 12 marks
2.
a)
State four reasons for the migration of different ethnic groups in Ghana.
b)
Suggest four ways of sustaining peace and unity among the different ethnic groups in Ghana.
a)
Reasons for the migration of different ethnic groups in Ghana
1. Trading activities
2. Searching for fertile land for agriculture
3. Peace and security
4. To escape from wicked leaders
5. For defence and protection
6. Search for sources of water
7. Escape from natural disasters like drought/floods
8. Population explosion/increase in the population of the people
9. To gain more territories and resources
b)
Ways of sustaining peace and unity among the different ethnic groups in Ghana
1. Respect for each other's culture
2. Encouraging inter-ethnic marriages
3. Valuing the peace and stability the nation enjoys now
4. Appreciation other people's culture
5. The need for development consciousness
6. Exposing the youth to other people's cultural activities/way of life
7. Promoting the eating of various local dishes in homes, schools and public foundations
8. Taking part in the celebration of other people's cultural festivals
9. Accepting people from other ethnic groups to settle and work among you
10. Avoiding stereotyping
11. Tolerating/loving each other's views
12. Encouraging the Boarding School system
13. Adherence to the Rule of law
14. Organizing inter-ethnic sports and games
15. Public education on the need for ethnic unity
16. Showing patriotism and selflessness
3.
a)
Identify four environmental problems in Ghana.
b)
Suggest two solutions to each of the four problems.
a)
Environmental problems in Ghana
1. Desertification/Deforestation: This refers to the condition whereby the forest is destroyed together with the vegetation and gradually turning the land into a desert
2. Poor drainage system: This is mainly a problem in the cities and towns where the free flow of water is impeded and consequently, the stagnant water breed mosquitoes which cause malaria
3. Pollution: This is the release of harmful/toxic substances called pollutants into the environment. For example, fumes from factories, motor, vehicles and dust from sand winning sites pollute the air. Washing, bathing and defaecating into water bodies pollute the water bodies
4. Bush burning: Bush fires can wipe off whole vegetation, destroying the forest and farms. It can lead to loss of lives and properties. It may be caused by activities of farmers, palm wine tappers, cigarette smokers, hunters, etc.
5. Poor sanitation caused by random waste disposal and lack of maintenance culture
b)
1. Solutions to desertification/deforestation
i. Preserving and reserving of forests: Government and communities should embark on the creation of forest reserves and preservations
ii. Education: People should be educated on the causes and effects of desertification/deforestation
iii. Afforestation: Tree planting campaigns should be launched and encouraged all over the country
2. Solutions to poor drainage system
i. Waste Recycling: Plastic and other non-bio degradable wastes should be recycled as they are becoming nuisance to lives. They hinder the free flow of water in gutters resulting in flood
ii. Regular distilling of gutters: Groups and individuals should be encouraged to embark on regular communal labour to desilt gutters
iii. Discouraging putting structures on water ways: Construction of houses and similar structures on water ways should be discouraged as they hinder the free flow of water resulting in flood
iv. Education: People should be educated on the dangers of dumping refuse/rubbish/solid waste into gutters and the benefits of distilling their gutters
3. Solutions to pollution
i. Enact by-laws: Laws should be enacted to deal with culprits who pollute water bodies
ii. Provide chimneys: Factories should have tall chimneys to discharge smoke far and above the level of human settlements
iii. Ensure vehicles are road-worthy: Vehicles with weak engines and faulty exhaust pipes should be banned from plying the roads
4. Solutions to bush burning
i. Anti-bush fire squads: Communities should set up anti-bush fire squads to prevent and control bush fires
ii. Stop hunting with fire: Hunters should be educated and cautioned against the practice of hunting by using fire
iii. Enact by-laws: Laws should be enacted to punish culprits/people found guilty of bushfires
5. Solutions to poor sanitation
i. Education: People should be educated on the effects of poor sanitation
ii. Enact by-laws: Laws should be enacted to punish who don't keep their surroundings clean and tidy
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. Dependent 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.
Use the map below to answer the Question below
a)
i)
What is the name of the major river shown on the map?
ii)
What is the main tributary of this river?
b)
i)
Measure the distance from X to Y in kilometers (Scale = 1cm : 2km)
ii)
Which type of road is from Rokupr to Kabaranka?
c)
i)
Which type of settlement is at Kabaranka?
ii)
What is the height of Maseri in feet?
a)
i)
The name of the major river is River Great Scarcies or Kolente
ii)
The main tributary is River Matune
b)
i)
Distance from X to Y on the map = 7.5 cm
If 1cm = 2km
7.5cm = = 15 km
∴ The distance on the ground from X to Y is 15 km
ii)
The type of road from Rokupr to Kabaranka is second class road
c)
i)
The type of settlement at Kabaranka is linear settlement
ii)
The height of Maseri is 50 feet
6.
a)
Identify four sources of superstitious beliefs in Ghana.
b)
Outline four effects of superstition on the social and economic development of Ghana.
a)
Sources of superstitious beliefs in Ghana
1. Myths
2. Fairy/folk tales told to children
3. African films
4. Ignorance/illiteracy
5. Fetish priests/jujumen/soothsayers/false prophets
6. Taboos
b)
Effects of superstition on the social and economic development of Ghana
1. It slows down growth and scientific development. This reduces the ability of the people to solve problems in a rational manner
2. There is abuse of human rights. Individuals accused of superstitious experience are abused against their fundamental human rights
3. It brings about irrational fear which makes people live in fear as a result of being afraid that someone who has supernatural powers may harm them
4. It reduces scientific and critical thinking for instance people do not question the reason behind some happenings
5. It brings about suspicion and mistrust which brings fear leading to break-up of families and relationships
6. It leads to animosity which can lead to ethnic conflicts
7. It leads to laziness and does not promote development
8. It brings social control and good morals
9. It preserves and conserves forest as certain forest are left because of superstitious beliefs
10. It brings about social cohesion and unity
11. Lot of resources are wasted on pacification and sacrifices
12. It promotes crime such as serial killings
13. It provides rest to farmers, fishermen, hunters
14. It maintains respect for law and order and respect for authority