Examination on Security Education
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)
Instruction: Answer all questions.

1. ________ is the act of keeping oneself safe from harm or danger. (a) Negligence (b) Personal security (c) Recklessness (d) Carelessness
2. Which of these is not a benefit of personal security? (a) Fear and anxiety (b) Peace of mind (c) Confidence (d) Safety
3. The main reason for taking personal security precautions is ________. (a) to show off (b) to prevent harm (c) to make friends (d) to buy things
4. All of these are types of child abuse except ________. (a) physical abuse (b) emotional support (c) neglect (d) sexual abuse
5. The act of keeping oneself and one’s belongings safe is called ________. (a) public safety (b) personal security (c) community watch (d) national defence
6. Which of the following is NOT a duty of a child for their safety? (a) Obeying parents (b) Playing with strangers (c) Reporting suspicious activities (d) Avoiding dangerous places
7. The correct step in reporting sexual abuse is ________. (a) keeping it a secret (b) telling a trusted adult (c) blaming yourself (d) fighting the abuser
8. Which of the following is an example of a precautionary measure in the neighbourhood? (a) Walking alone at night (b) Not knowing your neighbours (c) Reporting strange faces (d) Leaving doors unlocked
9. An example of a risky situation is ________. (a) staying at home (b) playing in a busy road (c) going to school (d) reading a book
10. What does ‘domestic violence’ primarily refer to? (a) Violence in the community (b) Violence within the home (c) Violence at school (d) Violence in public places
11. Which government agency is responsible for protecting child rights? (a) Police (b) Road Safety Corps (c) Child Protection Services (d) Fire Service
12. Which of these is not a type of sexual assault? (a) Rape (b) Indecent touching (c) Talking politely (d) Molestation
13. ________ means the careful planning and control of something to ensure safety. (a) Carelessness (b) Security management (c) Disorder (d) Neglect
14. Which of the following does NOT contribute to food and drug safety? (a) Checking expiry dates (b) Buying from unknown sources (c) Storing properly (d) Reading labels
15. What is the immediate effect of battery on a child? (a) Happiness (b) Physical injury (c) Improved health (d) Good grades
16. All of these are common abuse situations except ________. (a) physical punishment (b) emotional support (c) verbal abuse (d) neglect
17. When a child is constantly insulted or threatened, it is a form of ________ abuse. (a) physical (b) sexual (c) emotional (d) financial
18. The main reason for avoiding fake drugs is ________. (a) they are expensive (b) they are ineffective and harmful (c) they taste bad (d) they are hard to find
19. The correct step to ensure safe food intake is ________. (a) eating expired food (b) washing fruits and vegetables (c) eating food from strangers (d) not checking labels
20. What is a key benefit of personal security for others? (a) Making them fearful (b) Promoting a safer community (c) Causing worry (d) Encouraging isolation

SECTION B: THEORY (30 Marks)
Instruction: Answer any THREE questions.

1. (a) Define personal security. (2 marks)
(b) State three reasons why personal security is important. (3 marks)
(c) List three necessary precautions one should take for personal security in the neighbourhood. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two benefits of personal security to yourself. (2 marks)

2. (a) State two duties of children towards their own safety. (2 marks)
(b) Explain what child abuse means. (3 marks)
(c) List three common types of child abuse. (3 marks)
(d) Give two ways parents can protect their children from harm. (2 marks)

3. (a) What is sexual assault? (2 marks)
(b) Mention three ways children can prevent sexual abuse. (3 marks)
(c) Define domestic violence. (3 marks)
(d) State two effects of domestic violence on children. (2 marks)

4. (a) Explain the meaning of security management in the context of food and drugs. (2 marks)
(b) List three guidelines for safe consumption of food and drugs. (3 marks)
(c) How can you identify fake or expired food items? (3 marks)
(d) State two legal measures against fake drugs. (2 marks)

5. (a) Give two examples of risky situations children should avoid. (2 marks)
(b) Explain why it is important to report suspicious activities to trusted adults. (3 marks)
(c) List three safety measures related to food intake and health wellbeing. (3 marks)
(d) Who are the trusted adults a child can report abuse to? (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme
Question 1 – ✅ (b) Personal security
Question 2 – ✅ (a) Fear and anxiety
Question 3 – ✅ (b) to prevent harm
Question 4 – ✅ (b) emotional support
Question 5 – ✅ (b) personal security
Question 6 – ✅ (b) Playing with strangers
Question 7 – ✅ (b) telling a trusted adult
Question 8 – ✅ (c) Reporting strange faces
Question 9 – ✅ (b) playing in a busy road
Question 10 – ✅ (b) Violence within the home
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Child Protection Services
Question 12 – ✅ (c) Talking politely
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Security management
Question 14 – ✅ (b) Buying from unknown sources
Question 15 – ✅ (b) Physical injury
Question 16 – ✅ (b) emotional support
Question 17 – ✅ (c) emotional
Question 18 – ✅ (b) they are ineffective and harmful
Question 19 – ✅ (b) washing fruits and vegetables
Question 20 – ✅ (b) Promoting a safer community