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THE WEST AFRICAN EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL GHANA

Basic Education Certificate Examination

Social Studies 2014

OBJECTIVE TEST

Objective Test

Question 1

Some Ghanaians mishandle the Cedi Notes by

Question 2

A major way of spreading HIV and AIDS is through

Question 3

Adolescent abstinence from sexual related activity is

Question 4

The set of guidelines for governing a nation is provided by the

Question 5

What a person is obliged to perform as a duty in the society constitutes his / her

Question 6

The physical environment of Ghana can be protected through

Question 7

Promoting national unity in Ghana greatly depends on

Question 8

The most effective measure for reducing the rapid population growth in Ghana is promoting

Question 9

Which of the following situations is an effect of rapid population growth in Ghana?

Question 10

Pressure on social facilities in urban areas is mainly created by

Question 11

Community conflicts are best settled through

Question 12

Which of the following conditions is an effect of ethnic conflicts?

Question 13

Government policies are implemented at the District levels by the

Question 14

Maintenance of law and order in the country is the main function of the

Question 15

The highest authority in the traditional area is the

Question 16

Which of the following factors promotes political stability in a country?

Question 17

Which of the following features is not an efficient way of sustaining political stability in a country?

Question 18

Poor drainage system in our cities result in

Question 19

The Poll Tax Ordinance was passed in 1852 mainly to raise money to pay salaries of

Question 20

Which of the following activities is the most outstanding contribution of Ghana to the United Nations Organisation?

Question 21

Which of the following international organizations is the largest financial contributor to Ghana’s developmental projects?

Question 22

The first political party formed in the Gold Coast was the

Question 23

Which of the following settlements is a feature of a slum?

Question 24

Cocoa production is classified as

Question 25

Pension benefits of Ghanaian workers are managed by the

Question 26

Private businesses help in developing the nation when they

Question 27

The main reason for establishing state owned enterprises is to

Question 28

Landmarks are important features used in finding

Question 29

The main benefit of tourism to Ghana is that it

Question 30

Ethnic conflicts must be avoided because they slow down

Question 31

A scale of map expressed as a ratio is known as

Question 32

The integrity of the nation can be defended by

Question 33

One basic right of every Ghanaian is the right to

Question 34

Which of the following situations may not create instability in the Ghanaian society?

Question 35

The major reason for establishing castle schools by the Europeans was to

Question 36

The main reason for the abolishing of the slave trade was the

Question 37

Which of the following features forms part of our social environment?

Question 38

Habitats of endangered species of animals can be protected through the creation of

Question 39

The most effective agency of cultural change is

Question 40

The motto in Ghana’s Coat of Arms is

THEORY

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 Answer one question only from this part.

Question 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.

Question 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

Question 3

a) Explain the term colonization. b) Highlight **four** positive effects of colonization on Ghana.

Question 4

a) State **four** reasons why people embark on tours to different places. b) Explain **four** ways by which tourism is important to the Ghanaian.

Question 5

a) Explain natural disaster and give **two** examples. b) Outline **four** reasons why a good layout is necessary for a decent settlement.

SECTION II GOVERNMENT, POLITICS AND STABILITY

Answer one question only from this part

Questions for this section are in the printed paper.

SECTION III SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Answer one question only from this part

Questions for this section are in the printed paper.