SOCIAL STUDIES ( CLASS TEST )

Leadership is best explained as having the authority to

• a) determine what should happen to followers.
• b) guide others towards the attainment of a group’s objectives.
• c) guide others towards the attainment of one’s objectives.
• d) use community resources as ones deem fit.

Which of the following constitutional provisions prevents autocratic rule?

• a) A free press without limitation
• b) A judiciary free from checks and balances
• c) Formation of more political parties
• d) Provision of social amenities

A feature of democratic governance that is necessary for stability in a nation is

• a) existence of regular army
• b) flamboyant appearance of politicians
• c) peaceful transition of power
• d) provision of social amenities

The ability to depend mainly on one’s own resources for survival is referred to as

• a) economic independence
• b) self-actualization
• c) self-reliance
• d) political independence

In arriving at a decision to bring development to a community, the first thing to consider is the needs of the community

• a) True
• b) False

Which of the following types of marriage is the foundation of all other marriages in Ghana?

• a) Concubines contracts
• b) Marriage by ordinance
• c) Customary marriage
• d) Religious marriage

An individual can contribute to community development in Ghana by

• a) developing the get-rich-quick attitude
• b) promoting high population growth
• c) exhibiting a positive attitude to work
• d) promoting sentiments of individualism

Explain the following types of socialization.

• a. Primary socialization
• b. Secondary socialization

Distinguish between economic growth and social development.