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Social Studies Objectives Test – Paper 1 – 02005/BECE – June 2025

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Social Studies Objectives Test – Paper 1 – 02005/BECE – June 2025

Examiner June 21, 2025

THE WEST AFRICAN EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL GHANA

Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE 0201)

SOCIAL STUDIES 1 I hour 45 minutes

OBJECTIVE TEST

Paper 1 will last 45 minutes.

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Question 1 of 40

1. Question

1. In which continent are the Appalachian Mountains located?

A. Africa
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B. North America
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C. South America
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D. Australia
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2. Question

2. The main purpose of sex education in Ghanaian schools is to

A. increase the likelihood of early marriage.
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B. promote reproductive health and responsible behaviour.
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C. discourage communication between adolescents and health care providers.
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D. promote chastity among adolescents.
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Question 3 of 40

3. Question

3. One of the effective ways by which parents carry out socialization of the family members is by

A. teaching them the importance of drum music and dance.
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B. telling them ancient stories.
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C. rebuking and punitive punishment.
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D. open communication and admonishment.
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Question 4 of 40

4. Question

4. In what way does the ageing population of Ghana affect the country’s health system? It

A. decreases the demand for healthcare services.
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B. increases the burden on healthcare resources.
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C. leads to a surplus of healthcare professionals.
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D. reduces the supply of medication to children.
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Question 5 of 40

5. Question

5. 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
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B. Provision of a source of income after retirement
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C. Promotion of independence in old age
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D. Promotion of reliance on government welfare program
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Question 6 of 40

6. Question

6. A lot of foreigners visit Ghana yearly to see beautiful sceneries. By this, they contribute to the economy through

A. exploitation of natural resources
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B. exploitation of culture.
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C. revenue generation and foreign exchange.
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D. developing infrastructure only.
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Question 7 of 40

7. Question

7. What role does cultural tourism play in preserving Ghana’s traditional heritage? It

A. promotes drumming and dancing.
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B. promotes cultural exchange and appreciation of our way of life.
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C. facilitates access to traditional artefacts in the community.
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D. exposes cultural activities.
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Question 8 of 40

8. Question

8. In 1948, there was a riot following the killing of three ex-servicemen at the Osu Christian borg Castle Cross roads. What significant impact did it have on nationalists activities in the Gold Coast? It

A. resulted in the transfer of the governor.
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B. strengthened agitation against colonial administration.
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C. encouraged patriotism and respect for rule of law.
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D. strengthened colonial rule against the nationalists.
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Question 9 of 40

9. Question

9. Which of the following options is the most destructive of volcanic eruption on the environment?

A. Gas emission
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B. Water pollution
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C. Lava flows on vegetation
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D. Loss of lives and property
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Question 10 of 40

10. Question

10. The demarcation of administrative regions and districts of Ghana are best highlighted on

A. an imaginary map.
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B. an economic map.
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C. a political map.
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D. a historical map.
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Question 11 of 40

11. Question

11. 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
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B. Providing many incinerators in the community
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C. Recycling and education
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D. Sweeping and collecting waste materials in the community
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Question 12 of 40

12. Question

12. Why is it useful to provide a legend on a map? To

A. display the title
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B. show the compass direction.
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C. explain the symbols
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D. indicate the scale
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Question 13 of 40

13. Question

13. Contours on a map indicate what phenomenon?

A. Elevation changes
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B. Temperate changes
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C. Pressure changes
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D. Changes in rainfall
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Question 14 of 40

14. Question

14. Topographical maps are important to study because they show

A. mainly the drainage of the land.
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B. the plant cover of the land.
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C. the elevation of land forms.
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D. the distribution of settlements only.
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Question 15 of 40

15. Question

15. How does your role as an active citizen contribute to the development of your community? By

A. promoting self interest and peace of mind
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B. fostering cooperation and collaboration
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C. encouraging isolation from others and staying aloof
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D. prioritizing personal interests over communal well being
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Question 16 of 40

16. Question

16. In what way does early exposure to sexual content on the media affect the adolescents?

A. Admiration for the opposite sex
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B. Sexual abstinence
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C. Strong association with peers
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D. Uncontrolled sexual activity
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Question 17 of 40

17. Question

17. The primary aim of elections in Ghana is to

A. allow the powerful to govern without restrain.
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B. protect the rights of children and mothers only.
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C. provide tax reliefs to groups of people with common interests.
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D. change governments peacefully and orderly.
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Question 18 of 40

18. Question

18. 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.
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B. promote peace and harmony.
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C. foster a sense of belonging and shared responsibility.
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D. hinder social progress and development.
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Question 19 of 40

19. Question

19. 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
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B. Atlas mountains
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C. The Rocky mountains
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D. Himalayas mountains
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Question 20 of 40

20. Question

20. Most Ghanaian communities experience flooding during the raining season due to

A. nature having its way.
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B. poor hygienic conditions.
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C. long period of dry season.
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D. siting of buildings on water ways.
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Question 21 of 40

21. Question

21. Which of the following would you advise against by way of reducing dependence on foreign financial support?

A. Developing the human resource
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B. Patronizing Ghanaian products
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C. Adding value to our primary products
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D. Borrowing from the international market
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Question 22 of 40

22. Question

22. Which of the following cultural elements would you say, identifies ethnic groups of Ghana the most?

A. Dance
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B. Food
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C. Language
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D. Music
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Question 23 of 40

23. Question

23. The productivity of a worker in an organization can best be improved by

A. regular supervision and punishment.
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B. engaging in short reading courses.
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C. engaging in retraining workshops.
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D. providing the necessary tools only.
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Question 24 of 40

24. Question

24. What role does peer socialization play in shaping adolescent behaviour and attitude? It

A. reinforces parental authority.
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B. encourages conformity to family traditions.
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C. influences language, fashion and social norms.
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D. promotes isolation from peer groups.
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Question 25 of 40

25. Question

25. What is the major effect of illegal mining on the water bodies of Ghana?

A. Destroys aquatic and plant life
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B. Reduces the flow of water bodies
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C. Changes the colour of the water bodies only
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D. Empowers the youth negatively
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Question 26 of 40

26. Question

26. Ghana was ushered into the fourth republican government in

A. 1981.
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B. 1966.
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C. 1979.
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D. 1992.
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Question 27 of 40

27. Question

27. One negative effect of colonization on the Ghanaian society is the

A. introduction of formal education.
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B. introduction of currency.
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C. adulteration of our culture.
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D. introduction of plantation farming.
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Question 28 of 40

28. Question

28. Criminal activities in the society can best be minimized if there is effective

A. arbitration.
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B. law enforcement.
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C. parental care.
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D. prison service.
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Question 29 of 40

29. Question

29. The constitution of a country is important because it

A. punishes criminals and politicians.
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B. allows the Speaker to become the Head of State.
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C. serves as basis for the practice of good governance.
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D. can be amended anytime and has fixed term.
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Question 30 of 40

30. Question

30.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
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B. Joint Stock Companies
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C. Non-Governmental Organizations-NGO’s
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D. Co-operative societies
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Question 31 of 40

31. Question

31. 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.
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b. sole proprietorship.
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c. joint Stock company.
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d. co-operative society.
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Question 32 of 40

32. Question

32. The main function of the executive organ of government is.

A. approval of budget.
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B. implementation of policies.
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C. interpretation of the law.
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D. law making and arbitration.
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Question 33 of 40

33. Question

33. One major way you can defend the integrity of Ghana as a citizen is by

A. promoting interethnic marriages.
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B. respecting other people's culture.
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C. obeying the laws of the country.
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D. promoting national festivals.
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Question 34 of 40

34. Question

34. Rapid population growth of any country will result in

A. better medical facilities.
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B. high family expectation on female adults.
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C. pressure on social facilities in the communities.
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D. proper upbringing of many children.
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Question 35 of 40

35. Question

35. To ensure the survival of private enterprises, the government of Ghana must support.

A. advertising the products of private enterprises, oversees and provide tax exemption.
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B. controlling and providing vital services and strict control.
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C. payment of their tax obligation and other commitments.
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D. providing efficient management and direct control.
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Question 36 of 40

36. Question

36. Apart from law making, Ghana’s legislature also.

A. ensures accountability of the Executive to the people.
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B. formulates and implements policies for development.
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C. protects powerful entities in the state.
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D. assents bills to become laws.
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Question 37 of 40

37. Question

37. On the 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.
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B. Corporal Attipoe, Gen. Afrifa and Lt. Gen. E.K. Kotoka.
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C. Corporal Attipoe, Lt. Gen. E.K. Kotoka and Gen. I.K. Acheampong.
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D. Corporal Attipoe, Private Odartey-Lamptey and Sergeant Adjetey.
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Question 38 of 40

38. Question

38. What makes it impossible to determine the actual distance from a sketch map? It

A. is roughly drawn.
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B. covers a large area.
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C. has no key.
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D. has no scale.
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Question 39 of 40

39. Question

39. One major benefit Ghana derives from legal mining activities is.

A. generation of revenue for development.
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B. Granting of loans for mining activities and employment.
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C. Availability of rocks for road construction.
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D. presidential awards received by mining companies.
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Question 40 of 40

40. Question

40. The Prime Minister of the Second Republic of Ghana was.

A. Dr Hilla Limann.
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B. Dr K.A. Busia.
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C. Dr Kwame Nkrumah.
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D. Prof Evans Atta Mills.
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