BECE Social Studies 2025 Past Questions – P.1 – Free

JUNE 2025
SOCIAL STUDIES 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
45 minutes

Think carefully before you select your answer; erase completely any answer you wish to change.

Do all rough work on this question paper.

Now answer the following questions.

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1. Why is it useful to provide a legend on a map?
A. display the title
B. show the compass direction
C. explain the symbols
D. indicate the scale

2. What role does peer socialization play in shaping adolescent behavior and attitude? It
A. reinforces parental authority.
B. encourages conformity to family traditions.
C. influences language, fashion and social norms.
D. promotes isolation from peer groups.

3. Your father intends to begin a new business by raising capital through the sale of shares. This type of business enterprise is known as
A. partnership.
B. sole proprietorship.
C. joint stock company.
D. co-operative society.

4. Your school is embarking on an excursion in Asia to see famous mountains. Which of the following mountains are they likely to see?
A. Andes mountains
B. Atlas mountains
C. The Rocky mountains
D. Himalayas mountains

5. Contours on a map indicate what phenomenon?
A. Elevation changes
B. Temperate changes
C. Pressure changes
D. Changes in rainfall

6. On 28th of February, 1948, three ex-servicemen were shot and killed while marching peacefully to present a petition to the governor of the Gold Coast. These ex-servicemen were
A. Corporal Attipoe, Flt. Lt. J.J. Rawlings and Gen. I.K. Acheampong.
B. Corporal Attipoe, Gen. Afrifa and Lt. Gen. E. K. Kotoka.
C. Corporal Attipoe, Lt. Gen. E.K. Kotoka and Gen. I.K. Acheampong.
D. Corporal Attipoe, Private Odartey-Lamptey and Sergeant Adjetey.

7. Your younger brother’s homework requires he identifies types of business enterprise. Which of the following should not be part of his list?
A. Rural Banks
B. Joint Stock Companies
C. Non-Governmental Organizations–NGO’s
D. Co-operative societies

8. Sanitation has been a major challenge in some communities in Ghana. What is the most sustainable way to improve sanitation in your community?
A. Building more landfills for waste disposal
B. Providing many incinerators in the community
C. Recycling and education
D. Sweeping and collecting waste materials in the community

9. One of the effective ways by which parents carry out socialization of the family members is by
A. teaching them the importance of music and dance.
B. telling them ancient stories.
C. rebuking and punitive punishment
D. open communication and admonishment.

10. The main function of the executive organ of government is
A. approval of budget.
B. implementation of policies.
C. interpretation of the law.
D. law making and arbitration.

11. The main purpose of sex education in Ghanaian schools is to
A. increase the likelihood of early marriage.
B. promote reproductive health and responsible behavior.
C. discourage communication between adolescents and health care providers.
D. promote chastity among adolescents.

12. One major way you can defend the integrity of Ghana as a citizen is by
A. promoting inter-ethnic marriages.
B. respecting other people’s culture.
C. obeying the laws of the country.
D. promoting national festivals.

13. In which continent are the Apalachian mountains located?
A. Africa
B. North America
C. South America
D. Australia

14. In what way does early exposure to sexual content on the media affect the adolescents?
A. Admiration for the opposite sex
B. Sexual abstinence
C. Strong association with peers
D. Uncontrolled sexual activity

15. The Prime Minister of the Second Republic of Ghana was
A. Dr. Hilla Limann.
B. Dr. K. A. Busia.
C. Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
D. Prof. Evans Atta Mills.

16. In what way does the ageing population of Ghana affect the country’s health system? It
A. decreases the demand for healthcare services.
B. increases the burden on healthcare resources.
C. leads to a surplus of healthcare professionals.
D. reduces the supply of medication to children.

17. The constitution of a country is important because it
A. punishes criminals and politicians.
B. allows the Speaker to become the Head of State.
C. serves as basis for the practice of good governance.
D. can be amended anytime and has fixed term.

18. In 1948, there was a riot following the killing of three ex-servicemen at the Osu Christiansborg Castle Cross roads. What significant impact did it have on nationalists activities in the Gold Coast?
A. resulted in the transfer of the governor.
B. strengthened agitation against colonial administration.
C. encouraged patriotism and respect for rule of law.
D. strengthened colonial rule against the nationalists.

19. What role does Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) play in the life of a pensioner?
A. Payment of social benefits and all health needs.
B. Provision of a source of income after retirement.
C. Promotion of independence in old age.
D. Promotion of reliance on government welfare program.

20. What role does cultural tourism play in preserving Ghana’s traditional heritage? It
A. promotes drumming and dancing.
B. promotes cultural exchange and appreciation of our way of life.
C. facilitates access to traditional artefacts in the community.
D. exposes cultural activities.

21. How does your role as an active citizen contribute to the development of your community? By
A. promoting self-interest and peace of mind
B. fostering cooperation and collaboration
C. encouraging isolation from others and staying aloof
D. prioritizing personal interests over communal well being

22. Criminal activities in the society can best be minimized if there is effective
A. arbitration.
B. law enforcement.
C. parental care.
D. prison service.

23. A lot of foreigners visit Ghana yearly to see beautiful sceneries. By this, they contribute to Ghana’s economy through
A. exploitation of natural resources.
B. exploitation of culture.
C. revenue generation and foreign exchange.
D. developing infrastructure only.

24. The productivity of a worker in an organization can best be improved by
A. regular supervision and punishment.
B. engaging in short reading courses.
C. engaging in retraining workshops.
D. providing the necessary tools only.

25. One negative effect of colonization on the Ghanaian society is the
A. introduction of formal education.
B. introduction of currency.
C. adulteration of our culture.
D. introduction of plantation farming.

26. Rapid population growth of any country will result in
A. better medical facilities.
B. high family expectation on female adults.
C. pressure on social facilities in the communities.
D. proper upbringing of many children.

27. Ghana was ushered into the fourth republican government in
A. 1981.
B. 1966.
C. 1979.
D. 1992.

28. What makes it impossible to determine the actual distance from a sketch map? It
A. is roughly drawn.
B. covers a large area.
C. has no key.
D. has no scale.

29. Which of the following options is the most destructive effect of volcanic eruption on the environment?
A. Gas emission
B. Warm erosion
C. Lava flows on vegetation
D. Loss of lives and property

30. Which of the following would you advise against by way of reducing dependence on foreign financial support?
A. Developing the human resource
B. Patronizing Ghanaian products
C. Adding value to our primary products
D. Borrowing from the international market

31. Topographical maps are important to study because they show
A. mainly the drainage of the land.
B. the plant cover of the land.
C. the elevation of land forms.
D. the distribution of settlements only.

32. What will be the best effect on the development of your community if you engage in voluntary activities? It will
A. encourage people to pay their taxes.
B. promote peace and harmony.
C. foster a sense of belonging and shared responsibility.
D. hinder social progress and development.

33. What is the major effect of illegal mining on the water bodies of Ghana?
A. Destroys aquatic and plant life
B. Reduces the flow of water bodies
C. Changes the colour of the water bodies only
D. Empowers the youth negatively

34. Apart from law making, Ghana’s legislature also
A. ensures accountability of the Executive to the people.
B. formulates and implements policies for development.
C. protects powerful entities in the state.
D. assents bills to become laws.

35. Which of the following cultural elements would you say, identifies ethnic groups of Ghana the most?
A. Dance
B. Food
C. Language
D. Music

36. One major benefit Ghana derives from legal mining activities is
A. generation of revenue for development.
B. granting of loans for mining activities and employment.
C. availability of rocks for road construction.
D. presidential awards received by mining companies.

37. To ensure the survival of private enterprises, the government of Ghana must support
A. advertising the products of private enterprises, oversee and provide tax relief.
B. controlling and providing vital services and strict control.
C. payment of their tax obligation and other commitments.
D. providing efficient management.

38. The demarcation of administrative regions and districts of Ghana are best highlighted on
A. an imaginary map.
B. an economic map.
C. a political map.
D. a historical map.

39. The primary aim of elections in Ghana is to
A. allow the powerful to govern without restrain.
B. protect the rights of children and mothers only.
C. provide tax reliefs to groups of people with common interests.
D. change governments peacefully and orderly.

40. Most Ghanaian communities experience flooding during the rainy season due to
A. nature having its way.
B. poor hygienic conditions.
C. long period of dry season.
D. siting of buildings on waterways.

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