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THE WEST AFRICAN EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL
GHANA

Basic Education Certificate Examination

SOCIAL STUDIES 2014

THEORY QUESTIONS

SECTION B
ESSAY

Answer three questions only, choosing one question from each section.
Credit will be given for clarity of expression and orderly presentation of material
All questions carry equal marks

SECTION I
THE ENVIRONMENT


Answer one question only from this part.


  1. a) Differentiate between a map and a sketch.

    b) List the four main cardinal points that are used in showing direction.

    c) State the two main seasons and the periods in which they occur in Ghana.

    d) Describe how a cyclonic rainfall occurs.

  2. a) List any two major relief features in Ghana.

    b) List four oceans of the world.

    c) Outline four ways by which the forest vegetation in Ghana can be preserved

  3. SECTION II
    GOVERNMENT, POLITICS AND STABILITY

    Answer one question only from this part

  4. a) Explain the term colonization.

    b) Highlight four positive effects of colonization on Ghana.

  5. SECTION III
    SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

    Answer one question only from this part

  6. a) State four reasons why people embark on tours to different places.

    b) Explain four ways by which tourism is important to the Ghanaian.

  7. a) Explain natural disaster and give two examples.

    b) Outline four reasons why a good layout is necessary for a decent settlement.