Examination on Social Studies
Class: Primary 6
Term: Second Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

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

1. ________ is a relationship between a boy and a girl based on mutual respect and understanding. (a) Healthy relationship (b) Unhealthy relationship (c) Conflict (d) Argument
2. Which of the following is a characteristic of a healthy boy-girl relationship? (a) Disrespect (b) Trust (c) Deceit (d) Jealousy
3. Which of these is not a way of maintaining a healthy boy-girl relationship? (a) Self-control (b) Refusal of sexual advances (c) Good dress culture (d) Constant arguments
4. All of these are dangers of unhealthy boy-girl relationships except ________. (a) Unwanted pregnancy (b) Unsafe abortion (c) Infertility (d) Strong friendship
5. The period when bachelors and spinsters prepare for marriage is called ________. (a) Friendship (b) Courtship (c) Dating (d) Engagement
6. Which is NOT a responsibility of bachelors and spinsters during courtship? (a) Love and loyalty (b) Responsible behaviour (c) Premarital sex (d) Mutual respect
7. The main reason for saying “no sex before marriage” is to ________. (a) Avoid responsibility (b) Prevent unwanted issues (c) Encourage dating (d) Promote fun
8. ________ refers to the way of life of people from other countries. (a) Local culture (b) Indigenous culture (c) Foreign culture (d) Cultural heritage
9. An example of an element of foreign culture is ________. (a) Local festivals (b) Traditional dances (c) Western music (d) Indigenous languages
10. The correct step in promoting our culture is through ________. (a) Ignoring our traditions (b) Condemning our ways (c) Encouraging youth participation (d) Adopting all foreign practices
11. Which of the following is an example of an Oriental/Asian culture? (a) American (b) British (c) Chinese (d) French
12. The adoption of foreign dressing styles in Nigeria is an example of ________. (a) Local influence (b) Cultural preservation (c) Foreign cultural influence (d) Traditional wear
13. One advantage of foreign influence on Nigeria is ________. (a) Loss of cultural pride (b) Improved health systems (c) Weakening of festivals (d) Looking down on local abilities
14. All of these are negative effects of foreign influence except ________. (a) Ignoring traditions (b) Improved security practices (c) Loss of cultural pride (d) Weakening of indigenous practices
15. Which of these is a way to promote and preserve Nigerian culture? (a) Discouraging school programmes (b) Promoting foreign languages only (c) Encouraging mass media programmes (d) Condemning local arts
16. ________ is the process by which cultures, economies, and political systems become interconnected across the world. (a) Localisation (b) Globalisation (c) Regionalisation (d) Nationalism
17. How does globalisation increase interaction between cultures? (a) By isolating countries (b) By limiting communication (c) Through improved technology and travel (d) By reducing trade
18. Which of these is a good aspect of Nigerian culture? (a) Disrespect for elders (b) Hospitality (c) Disunity (d) Corruption
19. A future-minded discussion in a relationship involves planning for ________. (a) Immediate pleasure (b) Long-term goals (c) Short-term fun (d) Casual encounters
20. One danger of unhealthy relationships is the risk of ________. (a) Strong emotional bonding (b) Safe parenthood (c) Social and psychological problems (d) Stable future

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

1. (a) Define a healthy boy-girl relationship. (2 marks)
(b) List three characteristics of a healthy boy-girl relationship. (3 marks)
(c) State three dangers of an unhealthy boy-girl relationship. (3 marks)
(d) What is the main moral responsibility of bachelors and spinsters in courtship regarding premarital sex? (2 marks)

2. (a) What is meant by foreign culture? (2 marks)
(b) Mention three elements of foreign culture. (3 marks)
(c) Explain how foreign culture has influenced Nigerian dressing and music. (3 marks)
(d) Give two advantages of foreign influence on Nigeria. (2 marks)

3. (a) State two disadvantages of foreign influence on Nigerian culture. (2 marks)
(b) Describe three ways our culture can be promoted and preserved. (3 marks)
(c) What is globalisation? (3 marks)
(d) How does globalisation affect the interaction between foreign and local cultures? (2 marks)

4. (a) List two ways of maintaining a healthy boy-girl relationship. (2 marks)
(b) Identify three social and moral responsibilities of bachelors and spinsters in courtship. (3 marks)
(c) Name three examples of foreign cultures. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two areas where foreign cultures have influenced family life in Nigeria. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (a) Healthy relationship
Question 2 – ✅ (b) Trust
Question 3 – ✅ (d) Constant arguments
Question 4 – ✅ (d) Strong friendship
Question 5 – ✅ (b) Courtship
Question 6 – ✅ (c) Premarital sex
Question 7 – ✅ (b) Prevent unwanted issues
Question 8 – ✅ (c) Foreign culture
Question 9 – ✅ (c) Western music
Question 10 – ✅ (c) Encouraging youth participation
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Chinese
Question 12 – ✅ (c) Foreign cultural influence
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Improved health systems
Question 14 – ✅ (b) Improved security practices
Question 15 – ✅ (c) Encouraging mass media programmes
Question 16 – ✅ (b) Globalisation
Question 17 – ✅ (c) Through improved technology and travel
Question 18 – ✅ (b) Hospitality
Question 19 – ✅ (b) Long-term goals
Question 20 – ✅ (c) Social and psychological problems