1.
The people of British Togoland joined Ghana through
conquest
declaration
permission
voting
Answer: D
2.
What body replaced the League of Nations after the Second World War
OAU
IMF
ECOWAS
UNO
Answer: D
3.
Which of the following does not reflect the importance of festivals in Ghana?
Plans are made for developmental projects
Chiefs are enstooled
Family members come together
Disputes are encouraged
Answer: D
4.
Life in the rural areas can be improved through the setting up of
insurance companies.
heavy industries.
agro-based industries.
foreign banks.
Answer: C
5.
When one moves eastwards and crosses the International Date line
a day is gained
a day is lost
shorter hours of day is experienced
longer hours of day is experienced
Answer: B
6.

Use the diagram above to answer the question below
The feature marked B in the diagram can best be described as a
spur
ridge
plateau
mountain
Answer: A
7.
The Poll tax ordinance failed because the
chiefs did not agree with the British to levy tax
people had no money to pay the tax
British used the money to support the Asantes against the Fantes
tax was too high for the people
Answer: E
8.
World Food Day is celebrated each year on
1st May
4th June
16th October
2nd November
Answer: C
9.
The body that is working to prevent another world war is the
United Nations Organization (UNO)
League of Nations
Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)
Organization of African Unity (OAU)
Answer: A
10.
Floods can best be controlled in our communities through
construction of boreholes
planned layout
harvesting of rainwater
tarring of roads
Answer: B
11.
Rocks which are formed in layers are called
gneiss
sedimentary
igneous
metamorphic
Answer: B
12.
One factor that can make the adolescent drop out of school is
chaste life.
early parenthood.
social dignity.
moral discipline.
Answer: B
13.
The African Union is a new name to replace the
United Nations Organization (UNO)
Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
Organization of African Unity (OAU)
African Development Bank (ADB)
Answer: C
14.
Which of the following is not found in West Africa?
Fouta Djallon Mountains
Guinea highlands
Jos Plateau
Akwapim-Togo Ranges
Ahaggar Plateau
Answer: E
15.
The revolution of the earth causes
day and night.
differences in length of day and night. C
differences in time between two places.
rise and fall of oceans tides.
Answer: B
Rotation:
1. The rotation of the earth causes day and night.
2. As the earth is spherical in shape, only one half of it is illuminated by the sun at a time. The other half remains dark.
3. The illuminated portion of the earth experiences day and the other part of the earth experiences night.
Revolution:
1. The movement of the earth around the sun is called revolution.
2. The revolution of the earth causes seasons.
3. The revolution of the earth gives the impression that the sun is moving north and south of the equator.
4. The equator faces the Sun directly on March 21 and September 23.
5. During these two days the day and night are equal throughout the earth.
6. These two days are called Equinoxes.
7. On June 21, the Tropic of Cancer faces the sun. This is known as the summer solstice. It is the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere and longest night in the Southern hemisphere.
8. On December 22, the Tropic of Capricorn faces the sun. This is known as the winter solstice. It is the longest day in the Southern Hemisphere and longest night in the Northern hemisphere
16.
Cape Verde Island is found off the coast of
South Africa
West Africa
North Africa
East Africa
Answer: B
17.
When the sun is overhead on the Tropic of Capricorn, areas in the southern hemisphere experience
Winter
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Answer: C
18.
The application of checks and balances in democratic governments helps to prevent
plebiscite
dictatorship
voting
unemployment
Answer: B
19.

Use the sketch map of Ghana above to answer below
What feature is marked F on the map?
Rubber plantation
Dam
Airport
Railway Station
Answer: B
20.
A major source of air pollution in the cities of Ghana is
fumes from cars
burning of rubbish
Use of pesticides
odours from gutters
Answer: A
21.

Use the diagram above to answer the question below
What type of slope does the diagram show ?
Uniform
Convex
Gentle
Concave
Answer: D
22.
Ghana's population can best be described as youthful because a large portion of its people are between ages
45-59
. 30-44
15-29
15-29
Answer: B
23.
The Greenwich Meridian passes through
Mexico city
Tema
Tokyo
Geneva
Answer: B
24.
The capital of British Gold Coast was moved from Cape Coast to Accra in
1850
1872
1874
1877
Answer: D
25.
Which of the following is not an indigenous Ghanaian language?
Dagaare
Ga
Nzema
Efutu
Answer: E
26.
Which of the following countries in West Africa is landlocked?
Mali
Nigeria
Ghana
Sierra Leone
Answer: A
27.
A major cash crop to West Africa is
maize
cocoa
plantain
cassava
Answer: B
28.
Ghana is bordered in the west by
Cote d'Ivoire
Burkina Faso.
Togo.
Nigeria.
Answer: A
29.
Which of the following factors help a nation to develop?
I. Internal peace and security
II. Participating in international games
III. A healthy economy
IV. A large population
Answer: A
30.
Adolescent abstinence from sexual related activity is
chastity
health
paternity
sincerity
Answer: A
31.
Who led the 1948 boycott of European goods in the Gold Coast?
Paa Grant
Nii Kwabena Bonney
Ako Adjei
Obetsebi Lamptey
Answer: B
32.
If Afua Asantewaa is a judge, then she contributes to
law making
interpretation of the constitution
land administration
policy formulation
Answer: B
33.
The Yaa Asentewaa war of 1900 was caused by
Governor Hudson's demand for the Golden Stool
the closure of the slave trade routes to the coast
the killing of George Ekem Ferguson
the refusal of the Asantes to accept Christianity
Answer: A
34.
The insect responsible for spreading sleeping sickness disease is
locust
housefly
mosquito
tsetse fly
Answer: D
35.
The Sagrenti War of 1874 was fought between the
Fante and Asante.
British and Fante
Akyem and Asante.
British and Asante.
Answer: D
36.
The people of Gonja migrated to their present home from
Yendi
Yagbon
Mande
Dagomba
Answer: C
37.
Ghana's dependence on foreign loans can be minimized by
diversifying and processing more for exports.
the importation of skilled labour.
the size of her population.
printing more money.
Answer: A
38.
One problem hindering the effective functioning of District Assemblies in Ghana is
rapid population growth
mobilizing funds for development
interference by traditional rulers
maintaining law and order
Answer: B
39.
To prevent human rights abuse in Ghana, the courts must
allow their sittings to be telecast by TV stations.
be fair to all manner of persons.
extend their sitting hours to late evening.
set up a supreme court in every district.
Answer: B
40.
Which of the following is not a man-made feature?
Mosque
Road
Borehole
Bridge
Answer: E
Explain the importance of a named festival of one tribe in Ghana.
Festivals in Ghana and the people who celebrate them
| Festival | People who celebrate |
| Bakatue | Elmina |
| Homowo | Ga |
| Aboakyir | Efutu (Winneba) |
| Kundum | Nzema |
| Foo (Fao) | Navrongo |
| Ohum | Akim |
| Hogbetsotso | Anlo |
| Ngmayem | Krobo |
| Volo (Me/Lomo) | Volos |
| Yam | Ho |
| Bugum | Mamprusi |
| Beng | Gonja |
| Lukusi | Ve (near Hohoe) |
| Danyiba | Kpando |
| Fetu | Oguaa (Cape Coast) |
| Addaekese | Asante |
Note:
1. You can state any of the above festival and the people who celebrate them
2. Afterward, you can explain any of the following points that matches with the named festival
Reasons why festivals are celebrated in Ghana
1. To honour the gods and the ancestors for their protection and ask for their guidance and blessings for the coming year
2. To settle family or individual disputes
3. To plan community development projects and raise funds
4. To promote tourism: Some of the festivals celebrated in Ghana attract a lot of foreigners (tourist) into the country
5. To pay homage: Festivals bring people from far places to their hometowns to pay homage to their chiefs
6. To preserve and maintain cultural and traditional heritage
7. Purification of gods: The period is used to clean ancestral stools and perform important rites
8. Thanksgiving: It is used to thank the Supreme God and the lesser gods for guidance and protection
a)
Give four reasons why the Fante Confederation was formed.
b)
What four reasons led to the fall of the Fante Confederation?
a)
The Fante Confederation
1. The Fante Confederation was formed in 1868 by the Fante states and some southern states like Denkyire, Wassaw, Twifu and Assin.
2. It was one of the movements that opposed the growth of British influence in Ghana
Reasons for which the Fante Confederation was formed
1. British interference in local affairs
2. Protest against payment of taxes
3. Failure of the British to protect the less performing states e.g. Twifo Ajumako and Asikuma
4. Maltreatment of some Fante Chiefs
5. To prevent the Dutch from taking over Komenda
6. The Fante at certain time lost confidence in the British
7. Lack of social amenities in the Gold Coast Colony
8. Non representation at the legislative and executive councils
b)
Reasons for the fall of the Fante Confederation
1. The British caused confusion among the chiefs thereby dividing their front
2. The non-Fante members of the confederation lost interest in the confederation because they joined the union to help the people of Komenda against the Dutch. When the Dutch left in 1972 they saw no need to be members of the union
3. Members of the various groups felt that leaders should be chosen from their groups and this led to power struggle which eventually weakened the union
4. The British were hostile to the confederation, so they arrested and imprisoned some of its leaders in an attempt to weaken the confederation
5. Financial problems also made it impossible for the union to implement its plans
a)
State any four aims of the United Nations Organization
b)
Explain two problems facing the United Nations Organization
a)
Aims of the United Nations Organization
1. To maintain and promote world peace and security
2. To promote the respect for human rights
3. To promote mutual respect for member states through co-operation in solving economic, social and cultural problems
4. To prevent re-occurrence of another world war
b)
Problems facing the United Nations Organization
1. Financial problems: The U.N does not have adequate funds to implement and enforce its decisions or programs worldwide. The main source of revenue for the U.N is through the annual dues which member states pay. Some countries default in payment
2. Political hindrances: The veto exercise by some permanent members (countries) on the Security Council sometimes makes the organization weak because they abuse the veto power and the rule of law
3. Lack of regular (ready) troops: The absence of standing military personnel delays timely interventions by the U.N on war fronts
4. Division of the world into power blocs also poses a problem. It hinders co-operation among members and also prevents free and fair decisions at U.N.O. meetings
Describe any four methods used for showing relief features on maps.
1. Contours: These are lines drawn to show places of equal heights above sea level. The closer the contours, the steeper the slope and the wider the contours, the gentle the slope. They have the same vertical intervals such as 50, 100, 150, 200, 250.

2. Spot heights: These are accurately measured figures to show the height of places on maps and on the ground. It is indicated by a dot or small circle with the height written against it.
Example,
200
3. Trigonometrical points/stations: These are points on the ground that have been measured accurately. On maps they are represented by a triangle with a dot in it and figures written besides it.
Example,

1820
4. Hachures: These are lines used to show directions of flow of rivers from higher to lower grounds. It also shows the nature of the slope. Thick crowded lines represent steep slopes while widely spaced lines represent gentle slope. Very flat areas are left blank. Hachures do not give specific information about height of the land
(a)
Outline any four reasons for the coming of the early Europeans into West Africa
(b)
What four effects did the coming of the Europeans have on the people?
(a)
Reasons for the coming of the early Europeans into West Africa
1. To discover the sea route to India and the Far East
2. To colonize
3. To explore the interior of Africa
4. To trade with the people of West Africa
5. To spread Christianity and check the spread of Islam
6. To introduce European type of education through establishment of schools
7. They needed raw materials for their industries
8. They wanted to expand their market for their products
(b)
Effects of the coming of the Europeans on the people
1. Conversion of the people to Christianity
2. Slave trade caused depopulation of the region, for able-bodied people were taken away
3. Introduction of currency as the medium of exchange in place of the barter system
4. Introduction of Formal Education by opening of schools and colleges
5. Growth of towns through urbanization
6. Establishment of peace, law and order
7. Scientific method of farming was introduced
8. Introduction of new crops such as cocoyam, cocoa, coffee, etc.
9. Changes in our culture-tastes for European goods such as food, dressing, marriages, family system, etc.
10. New types of buildings/architecture were introduced
11. Creation of nation states within colonial boundaries
12. Provision of infrastructure such as roads, railways, ports and harbours, communication
13. They exploited African resources such as gold
14. Castles built along the coast are now historical monuments and seat of government
15. Introduction of a new system of government
16. Loss of self-esteem, respect and self-reliance
(a)
Based on discussions and studies in class, define marriage in the context of Ghanaian Society.
[4 marks]
(b)
State four reasons, that will cause you to marry when the time is due.
[4 marks]
(c)
Mr and Mrs Mensah have been happily married for forty-seven years. Suggest four possible reasons that might have accounted for the longevity of their marriage.
[12 marks]
(a)
Marriage is the union between a man and a woman who have agreed to live together as husband and wife and have gone through all the procedures recognised in their society.
4 marks
(b)
Reasons people get married
1. For companionship
2. Legitimate sexual avenue
3. For procreation
4. For mutual assistance
5. For social status/respect
6. For economic support
7. For social cohesion or unity among families
8. For security/protection
9. For love/affection
10. Family/Societal pressure
Any 4 @ 1 mark = 4 marks
(c)
Reasons for a successful marriage
1. Faithfulness/Honesty
2. Hard work
3. Effective communication
4. Showing love and affection
5. Adequate preparation towards marriage/proper background checks
6. Developing a peaceful resolution to resolve conflicts
7. Tolerance
8. Understanding/compatibility
9. Trust
10. Commitment/sacrifice
11. Sexual satisfaction
12. Ignoring external influence/not comparing
13. Child bearing/fertility
14. Mutual respect
Any 4 @ 3 marks = 12 marks