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

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

1. ________ is the unfair treatment of people based on their sex. (a) Gender equality (b) Gender discrimination (c) Gender role (d) Gender identity
2. The ability of people to work together towards a common goal is known as _______. (a) Conflict (b) Disagreement (c) Competition (d) Cooperation
3. Which of these is not a consequence of gender discrimination? (a) Demoralisation (b) Reduced opportunities (c) Equal access to education (d) Denial of fundamental human rights
4. All of these are benefits of cooperation except ________. (a) Unity (b) Progress (c) Disagreement (d) Peace
5. Treating men and women differently in political appointments is an example of gender ________. (a) equality (b) balance (c) discrimination (d) freedom
6. The breakdown of peace and loss of lives are common results of _______. (a) cooperation (b) understanding (c) conflict (d) negotiation
7. The main reason for communication in conflict resolution is to ________. (a) cause more arguments (b) settle disputes (c) ignore issues (d) create misunderstanding
8. Which of the following is a way to resolve group conflict problems? (a) Ignoring the problem (b) Fair judicial arrangements (c) Taking sides (d) Promoting misunderstanding
9. When people have different opinions or clash over something, it is called _______. (a) agreement (b) cooperation (c) conflict (d) understanding
10. An example of an area where gender discrimination can occur is ________. (a) education (b) equal rights (c) fairness (d) justice
11. Which of these is NOT a cause of group conflicts? (a) Ethnic differences (b) Land disputes (c) Mutual understanding (d) Religious differences
12. Allowing parties to express their feelings and thoughts is a method used in ________. (a) escalating conflict (b) conflict resolution (c) promoting discrimination (d) causing division
13. The correct step in solving gender discrimination in employment is to ensure ________. (a) only men are hired (b) only women are hired (c) fairness in recruitment (d) unfair treatment
14. A major benefit of cooperation in a community is ________. (a) creating division (b) communal development (c) promoting selfishness (d) increasing competition
15. Which of these is not a negative effect of conflict on society? (a) Fear (b) Instability (c) Loss of property (d) Peace
16. Neutrality in conflict settlement means ________. (a) taking sides with one party (b) being biased (c) not supporting any party (d) ignoring the problem
17. All of these are solutions to gender discrimination except ________. (a) Equal opportunities (b) Recognising rights (c) Reduced access to resources (d) Fairness in promotion
18. When communities work together to achieve common goals, it leads to ________. (a) conflict (b) progress (c) misunderstanding (d) competition
19. Disputes over traditional chieftaincy claims are a common cause of conflict between different ________. (a) individuals (b) families (c) groups (d) nations
20. Demoralisation as a consequence of gender discrimination affects an individual’s ________. (a) physical health (b) self-esteem (c) financial status (d) academic performance

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

1. (a) Define gender discrimination. (2 marks)
(b) List three areas where gender discrimination is commonly found. (3 marks)
(c) Explain two consequences of gender discrimination on individuals. (3 marks)
(d) State two ways to solve gender discrimination. (2 marks)

2. (a) Differentiate between conflict and cooperation. (2 marks)
(b) Give three reasons why cooperation is important in a community. (3 marks)
(c) Mention three causes of group conflicts. (3 marks)
(d) Identify two negative effects of conflicts on society. (2 marks)

3. (a) What is the role of communication in conflict resolution? (2 marks)
(b) List three causes of conflict between different groups in a community. (3 marks)
(c) Explain two ways to resolve group conflict problems. (3 marks)
(d) Name two conflict resolution agents or organisations. (2 marks)

4. (a) Apart from politics, name one other area where gender discrimination occurs. (2 marks)
(b) Describe how denial of fundamental human rights is a consequence of gender discrimination. (3 marks)
(c) State three benefits of cooperation in a community. (3 marks)
(d) Give two examples of how competition can lead to group conflict. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (b) Gender discrimination
Question 2 – ✅ (d) Cooperation
Question 3 – ✅ (c) Equal access to education
Question 4 – ✅ (c) Disagreement
Question 5 – ✅ (c) discrimination
Question 6 – ✅ (c) conflict
Question 7 – ✅ (b) settle disputes
Question 8 – ✅ (b) Fair judicial arrangements
Question 9 – ✅ (c) conflict
Question 10 – ✅ (a) education
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Mutual understanding
Question 12 – ✅ (b) conflict resolution
Question 13 – ✅ (c) fairness in recruitment
Question 14 – ✅ (b) communal development
Question 15 – ✅ (d) Peace
Question 16 – ✅ (c) not supporting any party
Question 17 – ✅ (c) Reduced access to resources
Question 18 – ✅ (b) progress
Question 19 – ✅ (c) groups
Question 20 – ✅ (b) self-esteem