Are you getting ready for the BECE? If yes, solve this Likely 2025 BECE Social Studies Compulsory Question.
PAPER 2 – ESSAY 1 hour
This paper consists of three sections. I, II and III. Answer three questions only. One compulsory question and two other questions from sections II and III respectively. All questions carry equal marks
SECTION I , which is Question 1 is COMPULSORY
Likely 2025 BECE Social Studies Compulsory Question 1
1 [a] The people of Bobokrom, a village in Ghana are suffering from poor environmental challenges. Identify any 6 of such challenges (3 marks).
[b i] As an expert in clean environments, briefly state any four effects of the above on the community and its people to the chief of Bobokrom. (2 marks)
[bii] Suggest four ways the challenges can be avoided or stopped (2 marks)
[c] Solar-wor-krom is a bus stop in Ghana. At the bus stop, a woman fries Kelewele with various sources of energy. Apart from Solar, Hydro, Wind and Fuel Firewood, name any three other sources of energy in Ghana. [3 marks]
Your teacher has built a new house in the city but he wants to use solar energy instead of power from the Electricity Company of Ghana.
[di] Outline four advantages of him using solar energy. [2marks]
[dii] Give any four disadvantage of him using solar energy. [2 marks]
[diii] Suggest four ways by which your teacher can use energy in a more efficient way. [2 marks]
[e] You have been given a map as a cartographer but you realised that the map lacks the needed features. On the same map, you found out that the actual distance on the ground between Akoma and Adoma has indicated with a scale of 1:75,000. A careful look at the map shows that the two towns are 4cm apart.
[ei] Outline any four features of a good map. [2 marks]
[eii] Calculate the actual distance between Akoma and Adoma. [2marks]
Likely 2025 BECE Social Studies Compulsory Question 2
QUESTION 1
In a diverse and multicultural society, Kwame, a young man with Ghanaian heritage, has always felt a deep connection to his name and cultural roots. However, he often faces questions and misconceptions from others about his identity and background. Despite these challenges, Kwame embraces his name as a source of pride and seeks to understand its significance within his family’s history and broader cultural context.
How can individuals like Kwame navigate societal pressures and stereotypes to cultivate a strong sense of cultural identity and self-awareness? Explain any five ways. (20 marks)
QUESTION 2
(a) State five ways national ceremonies can be used to foster unity in a nation.
(5 marks)
(b) In a region marked by longstanding tensions and instability, certain individuals such as women have emerged as influential peace makers and bridge-builders. What effective roles do these peace builders exhibit in fostering sustainable solutions in conflict-affected regions? Discuss any of five. (15 marks)
READ: 2025 BECE SOCIAL STUDIES –1st predicted Section B Questions
Likely 2025 BECE Social Studies Compulsory Question 3
- In the village of Yamoransa, the residents have developed a habit of defecating in the open, particularly near their water sources. Additionally, they dispose of waste indiscriminately, making the community unhygienic and unpleasant to live in.
- What term best describes the poor sanitation practices exhibited by the people of Yamoransa? (2 marks)
- If you were to educate the community on the harmful effects of their actions on themselves, their surroundings, and the environment, explain three key negative impacts would you highlight. (12 marks)
- Suggest four effective measures that can be implemented to address and manage the poor sanitation situation in Yamoransa. (6 marks)
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