Mid Term Test Social Studies Jss 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Week 7: Mid-Term Assessment and Break

Assessment Components

Part A: Objective Questions (20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options)

1. _______ is the process of learning the culture of a society.
   a) Socialization
   b) Isolation
   c) Migration
   d) Rejection

2. The family is the _______ agent of socialization.
   a) Most important
   b) Least known
   c) Smallest
   d) Weakest

3. Culture is the total way of _______ of a group of people.
   a) Life
   b) Farming
   c) Talking
   d) Sleeping

4. One feature of culture is that it is _______ from one generation to another.
   a) Passed down
   b) Thrown away
   c) Hidden
   d) Sold

5. The Igbo, Yoruba, and Hausa people all practice _______ ceremonies.
   a) Naming
   b) Shopping
   c) Sports
   d) Science

6. A major effect of socialization is that it helps people to _______ in society.
   a) Fit in
   b) Run away
   c) Isolate themselves
   d) Avoid work

7. _______ is a common similarity among Nigerians.
   a) Respect for elders
   b) Disrespect for laws
   c) Ignoring customs
   d) Fighting with others

8. Traditional rulers, chiefs, and kings play a role in _______.
   a) Settling disputes
   b) Selling goods
   c) Traveling abroad
   d) Watching TV

9. The major agents of socialization include _______.
   a) Family, school, and peers
   b) Animals and forests
   c) Phones and cars
   d) Music and dance

10. One of the benefits of culture is that it gives people a sense of _______.
    a) Identity
    b) Confusion
    c) Fear
    d) Weakness

Part B: Theory Questions (20 Short Answer Questions)

1. Define socialization.
2. List three agents of socialization.
3. Why is family important in socialization?
4. Mention two features of culture.
5. What is the difference between material and non-material culture?
6. List two examples of cultural similarities among Nigerians.
7. Explain why language is an important part of culture.
8. What are traditional festivals? Give one example.
9. How do Nigerians show respect to elders?
10. Define cultural values and give an example.

Part C: True or False Questions (20 Questions)

1. Culture is only about food and dressing. (False)
2. The school is not an agent of socialization. (False)
3. Nigerians do not have any cultural similarities. (False)
4. Traditional rulers help to maintain peace in society. (True)
5. Socialization only happens during childhood. (False)
6. Music and dance are important parts of Nigerian culture. (True)
7. Naming ceremonies are a common practice in Nigeria. (True)
8. Every culture in Nigeria is exactly the same. (False)
9. Socialization helps people to behave well in society. (True)
10. Proverbs and folktales are part of culture. (True)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions (20 Questions without Options)

1. _______ is the process by which people learn the customs and values of society.
2. The family is an important agent of _______.
3. Every society has its own unique _______.
4. Culture is passed from one _______ to another.
5. Language is an important part of _______.
6. Naming ceremonies are part of Nigerian _______.
7. Respect for elders is a common cultural _______ in Nigeria.
8. Chiefs and kings help in _______ disputes.
9. Traditional festivals are an important part of _______.
10. Proverbs and folktales help to teach _______ values.