50 minutes
1.
One of the ways by which national integration can be fostered in Ghana is
promoting the interests of majority ethnic groups.
encouraging ethnic consciousness on resources.
promoting equitable distribution of national resources.
protecting the identity of the majority groups.
2.
An individual can ensure sustainability in life by
being enthusiastic about his or her responsibilities.
developing the attitude of self-reliance.
protecting his or her property and those of society.
cultivating relationship in his or her community.
3.
One of the ways by which children cause their parents to be seen as irresponsible is
performing excessive chores.
promoting parental neglect.
engaging in gross misconduct.
engaging in domestic service.
4.
Conflicts in Ghana can best be resolved through
debates.
dialogue.
conviction.
security agencies.
5.
High level of education, good working conditions, good investments, competent legal system and effective security services are components of
an efficient maintenance culture.
human resource development.
national socio-economic life.
sustainable development.
6.
Individuals need to perform their responsibilities in society because
taxes need to be paid
rights can be enjoyed through public funds.
state property must be protected.
national development is a collective responsibility
7.
Which of the following conditions can best help improve the quality of a nation's human resource?
Encouraging people to display their capabilities during trade fairs
Educating the individual to acquire oratory skills
Identification of opportunities for development
Training of workers to maintain old techniques
8.
Fostering good relations is primarily based on the principle of
freedom and social justice.
equity and mutual respect.
societal virtues.
peaceful co-existence.
9.
Under the Interstate Succession Law (PNDCL 111), extended family members are forbidden to eject surviving spouse and children from the
matrilocal residence.
matrimonial residence.
paternal home.
patrilocal residence.
10.
The most effective way of abolishing outmoded socio-cultural practices is through
public education.
traditional rulers.
law enforcement.
political campaigns
3 hours
ESSAY
[100 marks]
Answer five questions in all, choosing at least one and not more than two questions from each section.
SECTION A
THE ENVIRONMENT
What five useful lessons can an individual learn from Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory for personal development?
[20 marks]
Discuss five ways by which expensive funerals retard the development of the Ghanaian society.
[20 marks]