Revision Test Social Studies Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1
Comprehensive Revision for Social Studies (Primary 5)
Term: Second Term
Class: Primary 5
Subjects: Social Studies
Part A: Review and Revision
1. What is leadership?
Leadership is the ability to guide and influence others to work towards a common goal.
2. What is organization in the context of teamwork?
Organization is the way people and resources are arranged to work together effectively.
3. Why is cooperation important?
Cooperation is important because it helps people work together to achieve goals.
4. What does “resources preservation” mean?
Resources preservation means saving and protecting resources to use them in the future.
5. How can we save resources?
We can save resources by using them carefully and not wasting them.
6. What are the causes of poor savings?
Poor savings can happen due to lack of planning, spending too much, or not prioritizing saving.
7. What is resources development?
Resources development is the process of improving and using resources to meet needs.
8. Why is resources distribution important?
Resources distribution ensures that everyone has access to the resources they need.
9. What is land transportation?
Land transportation refers to the movement of people or goods on land using vehicles like cars, buses, and bicycles.
10. What are the different types of land transportation?
The main types are road transport, rail transport, and bicycle transport.
11. What is water?
Water is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless liquid that is essential for life.
12. What are the natural sources of water?
Natural sources of water include rivers, lakes, oceans, rain, and springs.
13. What are the man-made sources of water?
Man-made sources of water include boreholes, pipe-borne water, dams, and irrigation.
14. How do we use water in our daily lives?
We use water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, bathing, and watering plants.
15. Why is water sometimes scarce?
Water can be scarce due to population increase, climate change, and poor maintenance of water systems.
16. What are the consequences of water shortage?
Consequences of water shortage include diseases, poor hygiene, and lack of food.
17. What can be done to solve water shortages?
We can solve water shortages by repairing damaged pipes, increasing water supply projects, and preventing pollution.
18. What role do agencies play in water supply?
Agencies like water corporations and the ministry of water resources work to provide clean water to the public.
19. Why is communication important in society?
Communication helps people share ideas, solve problems, and work together.
20. What is the importance of employment?
Employment allows people to earn income and support their families.
Part B: Objective Questions
Fill in the blanks with the correct answer:
- Water is a ____________ substance made up of oxygen and hydrogen.
a) solid
b) liquid
c) gas
d) powder - ____________ is a man-made source of water.
a) Rainwater
b) River
c) Borehole
d) Ocean - Land transportation helps in ____________ people and goods.
a) carrying
b) flying
c) diving
d) swimming - The primary purpose of water in the body is to ____________.
a) cool the body
b) digest food
c) aid digestion
d) all of the above - ____________ is a major cause of water scarcity.
a) Irregular supply of electricity
b) Climate change
c) Lack of water supply
d) Pollution - A ____________ is an example of a man-made source of water used for farming.
a) River
b) Dam
c) Borehole
d) Sea - Water can be used for ____________ purposes like washing and cooking.
a) industrial
b) agricultural
c) domestic
d) transportation - ____________ is the movement of goods or people on roads.
a) Land transport
b) Air transport
c) Water transport
d) Rail transport - ____________ is an essential resource for life on Earth.
a) Water
b) Air
c) Food
d) All of the above - ____________ is a natural source of water that falls from the sky.
a) River
b) Ocean
c) Rainwater
d) Spring - Poor savings can be caused by ____________.
a) Lack of planning
b) Spending too much
c) Both a and b
d) None of the above - ____________ helps people work together to achieve a common goal.
a) Leadership
b) Cooperation
c) Organization
d) Communication - ____________ is the process of improving and using resources to meet needs.
a) Resource distribution
b) Resource preservation
c) Resource development
d) Resource exploitation - ____________ change is a factor that contributes to water scarcity.
a) Social
b) Economic
c) Climate
d) Political - ____________ is used to help cool machines in industries.
a) Oil
b) Water
c) Gas
d) Air - ____________ is a man-made source of water used for drinking.
a) Dam
b) Borehole
c) River
d) Ocean - ____________ transportation involves the movement of goods or people on water.
a) Land
b) Rail
c) Air
d) Water - ____________ is a consequence of water supply shortage.
a) Outbreak of waterborne diseases
b) Increased employment
c) Improved health
d) Decreased pollution - The government can solve water scarcity by providing more ____________.
a) Food
b) Roads
c) Funds
d) Housing - ____________ helps people share ideas, solve problems, and work together.
a) Communication
b) Leadership
c) Cooperation
d) Organization
Part C: Theory Questions
- What is leadership, and why is it important for success?
- Explain how saving resources can benefit future generations.
- Describe the impact of poor savings on individuals and the community.
- Why do we need to develop and distribute resources equally?
- What are some examples of land transportation, and how do they benefit society?
- How does climate change affect the availability of water?
- What role do water agencies play in ensuring access to water?
- Describe how communication affects the way people work together.
- What are some of the consequences of water shortage on public health?
- How does the increase in population lead to water scarcity?
- List three uses of water in daily life.
- What is the relationship between land transportation and the economy?
- Why is it important to preserve resources, and how can it be done?
- How can the government help improve water supply and availability?
- Describe the role of a borehole in providing water.
- How does poor water supply affect agriculture and food production?
- What can be done to prevent waterborne diseases caused by water scarcity?
- What is the impact of water shortage on industries and businesses?
- What is the importance of leadership in solving problems in society?
- How do irrigation systems help in providing water for agriculture?
Part D: True or False Questions
- Leadership is not important in achieving goals. (False)
- Water is essential for life. (True)
- Boreholes are natural sources of water. (False)
- Water scarcity is caused only by droughts. (False)
- Land transportation includes the use of ships and boats. (False)
- Climate change can contribute to water shortages. (True)
- Water can be used for industrial purposes like cooling machines. (True)
- Resource preservation is the process of wasting resources. (False)
- The population growth can increase the demand for water. (True)
- Rainwater is a natural source of water. (True)
- Organizations do not need to cooperate to be successful. (False)
- Water is used for agricultural purposes like watering crops. (True)
- Water shortages lead to better living conditions. (False)
- Wages and income are unrelated to employment. (False)
- Land transportation helps in moving goods on roads. (True)
- Dams are built to store water. (True)
- Communication is necessary for effective teamwork. (True)
- Leadership can influence how a team works together. (True)
- Poor maintenance of water systems can lead to water shortages. (True)
- Increasing water availability does not require government intervention. (False)
Part E: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions
- Leadership is the ability to ____________ others.
- ____________ refers to the distribution of resources to meet people’s needs.
- A ____________ is a man-made source of water that provides water to homes.
- Water is used in ____________ to cool machines and mix chemicals.
- The ____________ is a major cause of water scarcity.
- Water is needed for ____________ to grow crops.
- Land transportation includes vehicles that move on ____________.
- ____________ is a natural source of water that comes from the ground.
- ____________ is the process of saving resources to ensure they last longer.
- ____________ helps people work together to achieve common goals.
- ____________ systems help provide water for farming.
- ____________ can result from a lack of access to clean water.
- ____________ is essential for carrying out everyday tasks like washing and drinking.
- Poor savings are caused by a lack of ____________ and planning.
- ____________ is the process of improving and managing resources to meet needs.
- ____________ helps to ensure that resources are fairly shared among people.
- ____________ transport is used to move people or goods by vehicles like cars or buses.
- Waterborne diseases are spread through ____________ water.
- The government can solve water scarcity by building ____________.
- ____________ refers to the movement of people and goods through the air.
This comprehensive revision exercise ensures that students get a balanced review of all key topics covered in the second term of Primary 5 Social Studies. It aligns with the curriculum, making it easier for students to prepare for their exams.