Basic Education Certificate Examination: Social Studies 2024 Past Objective Questions

1. What is the best way to address deviant behaviour in an adolescent?

2. What is the most likely effect of a large family size on the family's living conditions?

3. A teacher, Mr. Jones, encourages his students to work together on a group project. What agency of socialization is influencing the students' behaviour?

4. The first general election held in the Gold Coast in 1951 was won by the

5. A market square in your community is in need of a clean-up and restoration. Which of the following options will best help address the challenge?

6. Which of the following agricultural practices helps to prevent soil erosion?

7. Two communities are claiming ownership of a river which serves as their livelihood. This has resulted in conflicts between the two communities for many years. Which of the following mediations will best help to resolve the conflict?

8. In 1966, a military Coup d'état overthrew the government of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. What was the main reason for the Coup?

9.The destruction of farm lands by cattle and the confrontation between herdsmen and farming communities in Ghana can best be resolved by

10. Ghana's public sector faces various challenges with respect to human resource development. Which of the following challenges is the most suitable challenge in the above given scenario?

11. Which type of map will be most suitable for determining the elevation of a mountain range?

12. Which of the following military rulers of Ghana implemented the Economic Recovery Program (ERP)?

13. Which of the following scenarios explain the main purpose of the Internet?

14. There is an ongoing illegal mining activity in a community. The miners are using earth moving machines, cyanide and mercury. Sixty acres of vegetation cover is pulled down every hour. Which of the following options best describes the long term effect of their activities on the land?

15. One similarity between Ghana and its neighbouring country, Togo is they both have

16. What is the main function of socialization? To

17. Which of the following entrepreneurial skills is most important for someone starting a business to acquire in order to help overcome unexpected challenges?

18. In 1957 the people of Ghana gained independence from the British colonial rule after a long political struggle. What was the main reason for Ghana's independence? To

19. What type of climate, typically found near the equator is characterized by very high temperatures and very low rainfall?

20. People join social security and pension schemes in order to

21. Which of the following challenges did Ghana face soon after independence in 1957?

22. It has been observed that the population of Ghana has been rising rapidly over the years. What is the primary reason for the rapidly growing population?

23. The following factors affect Ghana's ability to exploit its natural resources effectively except

24. What is the most common form of marriage in Ghana?

25. The most significant attitude that helps to enhance self identity of the individual in the community is

26. Which of the following fundamental human rights is protected by the 1992 constitution of Ghana? The right to

27. Which one of the following took place after the 27th April, 1960 referendum?

28. A company is expanding globally and needs to socialize employees to new cultural norms. Which of the following approaches would be most effective?

29. Controlling plastic waste has become a major environmental concern to the city authorities in Ghana. Which of the following options best helps minimize the negative impact of plastic waste disposal problem?

30. Ghana is made up of people with different cultures. What is the primary benefit if all the people unite? It will

31. A farmer is preparing to plant crops next week. Why is it important for the farmer to check the weather forecast? To

32. Which of the following scenarios, best describes an application of social security benefits?

33. You need to make a detailed map of a mountainous area. This map will be used by the people who enjoy outdoor activities and by people who manage the land. Which of the following options is the best way to make an accurate map?

34. Every Ghanaian citizen is expected to demonstrate commitment to democratic values. Which of the following actions best demonstrates the above expectation?

35. Respecting the rights of others and performing our responsibilities to the state help to promote

36. One way to maintain peace and security in your community is by

37. Two political events occurred in Ghana in 1960. One of the events was the presidential election. Which of the following political developments happened after the presidential election in 1960?

38. A region experiences a significant decrease in temperature and rainfall over a few decades. What factor could be the most likely cause of this?

39. A company is planning to build a soap factory in a rural area. The factory will provide jobs for the youth but may also pollute nearby rivers. Which of the following options best represents a sustainable development approach?

40. The best approach to help resolve the difference between political parties during general elections is