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ANNOR ADJAYE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

END OF SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION


SOCIAL STUDIES
FORM 1

1 HR 50 MINS
OBJECTTIVE TEST (Attempt All Questions)

1) To remain chaste, an adolescent must refrain from...


a) Church related activities
b) Sporting activities
c) Sexual related activities
d) Extra curriculum activities
2) The most cherished value expected of an adolescent in any given society is
a) Honesty
b) Patience
c) Hospitality
d) Chastity
3) Goal setting is important because
a) It is a well-known practise
b) It promotes proper planning
c) Little time is spent on setting the goal
4) The unique character of a person is called
a) Personality
b) The ego
c) The ideal self
d) Heredity
5) A child develops the feeling of being inferior to others when
a) He is brought up by grandparents
b) He is often blamed and scolded
c) He has no siblings
d) The parents die early
6) The sum of what a person believes to be true about himself is called
a) Self-actualization
b) Esteem
c) Self-confidence
d) Self-concept
7) The main motivating factors for achieving personal higher goal are
a) Honesty and loyalty
b) Humility and faithfulness
c) Desire and determination
d) Education and skills
8) The expression inferiority complex implies
a) Being isolated
b) Feeling neglected by society
c) Being poor
d) Having low self-concept
9) The two main factors that affect a person’s personality are
a) Age and experience
b) Education and health
c) Heredity and environment
d) Religion and wealth
10) The process whereby the person acquires some of the physical features of
the parent is known as
a) Inheritance
b) Heredity
c) Identity
d) Resemblance
11) Which of the following is a reason why sex education is important?
a) Helps reduce teenage pregnancy
b) Reduces immorality
c) Encourages immorality
d) Increases the country’s population
12) A major physical change that occurs in a male adolescent is the
maturation of
a) The reproductive organ
b) Wisdom
c) Behavioural traits
d) Intelligence
13) An example of a sexually transmitted infection is
a) Buruli ulcer
b) Meningitis
c) Trypanosomiasis
d) Syphilis
14) Which of the following is not a cause of teenage pregnancy?
a) Declining morality among the youth
b) Financial predicament of families
c) High rate of population growth
d) Irresponsible parenthood
15) The most effective way by which the adolescent can protect
himself/herself from sexually transmitted infections is
a) The use of contraceptives
b) Reduction in sexual activity
c) Keeping one partner
d) Sexual abstinence
16) Which of the following characterizes the period of adolescence?
a) Preparation for marriage
b) Moving from childhood to adulthood
c) A feeling of low self-esteem
d) Ability to take good care of the body
17) When adolescents are ignorant about their reproductive health, it leads to
a) Truant behaviour
b) Irresponsible sexual relationships
c) Poor peer relationships
d) Inferiority complex
18) The part of the reproductive organ of a female which carries a baby till
birth is
a) Ovary
b) Ovum
c) Fallopian tube
d) Uterus
19) Reproductive rights include the right to
a) Own property
b) Vote at elections
c) Decide the number of children to have
d) Join a social group
20) During the period of adolescence, females experience
a) Widening pelvis
b) Enlarged biceps
c) Deepening of voice
d) Decrease in weight
21) Drug abuse among adolescents in Ghana can lead to the following except
a) Mental disorders
b) Social stigma
c) Poor academic work
d) Broken homes
22) Which of the following practices does not promote healthy living?
a) Good sanitation
b) Good eating hobbits
c) Regular exercises
d) Life insurance policy
23) A major cause of adolescent problems is
a) Inadequate recreational centres in the country
b) Lack of sex education withn the family
c) Physical changes taking place in the adolescent
d) Inadequate health facilities for the adolescent
24) Which of the following cultural practices is readily accepted in Ghana?
a) Widowhood rights
b) Trokosi
c) Marriage
d) Female circumcision
25) All the following are national symbols except
a) National flag
b) Coat of arms
c) Ruling party’s flag
d) Currency
26) An individual is best identified in society by the
a) Dress
b) Name
c) Language
d) Family
27) In Ghanaian traditional society the most important value that is inculcated
in the child through a naming ceremony is
a) Chastity
b) Bravery
c) Truthfulness
d) Obedience
28) Which of the following can be described as non-material culture?
a) Music
b) Centre of worship
c) Vehicle
d) Household goods
29) The tendency to consider one’s culture superior to all others is known as
a) Nationalism
b) Ethnocentrism
c) Patriotism
d) Allegiance
30) Inter-ethnic marriages help to promote
a) Hereditary rites
b) Conflict resolution
c) National integration
d) Formal education
31)

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Sex education is critical as it helps reduce teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections by providing adolescents with knowledge about safe practices and reproductive health . Educating young people empowers them to make informed decisions, thereby mitigating health risks and fostering responsible behavior.

Self-concept is described as the sum of what a person believes to be true about themselves, focusing on self-awareness and identity . In contrast, self-actualization involves realizing one's potential and aims beyond self-concept, usually occurring later in personal development and growth.

Chastity is presented as a societal pillar by serving as a marker of character and virtue expected from adolescents. It reflects and upholds societal values around sexual behavior, contributing to social stability by curbing behaviors perceived as morally or socially threatening .

Inter-ethnic marriages are highlighted as a way to foster national integration by blending cultural practices and promoting mutual understanding among diverse ethnic groups . These unions encourage tolerance, reduce prejudices, and help unify a nation by encouraging cross-cultural familial ties.

Ignorance about reproductive health can lead to irresponsible sexual relationships and other negative behaviors such as truant behavior . Lacking knowledge about safe practices increases the risk of unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections, directly affecting adolescents' health and social interactions.

Societal expectations that emphasize chastity in adolescents reflect cultural values that prioritize moral character and sexual responsibility . Chastity is often seen as a mechanism for maintaining social order and family honor, highlighting the cultural importance placed on controlling sexual behavior.

Experiencing an inferiority complex can lead to feelings of low self-worth, social withdrawal, and a lack of confidence . These negative self-perceptions can hinder personal and social development, affecting future personality by increasing vulnerability to anxiety, depression, and poor interpersonal relationships.

Drug abuse among adolescents in Ghana can lead to mental disorders, social stigma, and poor academic performance, but not necessarily broken homes . These issues might arise due to peer pressure, a lack of proper guidance and education on the risks of drug use, and limited access to support services.

Adolescent personality development is influenced primarily by heredity and environment . Heredity provides the genetic blueprint, while the environment shapes personality through experiences, interactions, and cultural norms that adolescents encounter in their daily lives.

Goal setting is deemed important because it promotes proper planning and direction in life . By setting goals, individuals are better able to focus their efforts, achieve a sense of accomplishment, and develop skills and self-discipline that contribute to overall personal growth and development.

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