Mid Term Assessment Test Social Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Social Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7


Subject: Social Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 7

Age: 8 years

Topic: Mid Term Assessment

Sub-topic: Assessing Knowledge on Family and Marriage

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

By the end of the assessment, pupils should be able to:

  1. Recall the types of family and their members.
  2. Describe the functions/roles of extended family members.
  3. Explain the meaning of marriage and its importance.
  4. Identify and compare different types of marriage.
  5. Describe marriage practices in Nigeria.

Keywords: Family, Marriage, Assessment, Extended Family, Nuclear Family

Set Induction:
The teacher will remind pupils of the topics covered in weeks 1 to 6 and explain the importance of assessments in learning.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have learned about family types, roles, and marriage practices.

Learning Resources and Materials:

  • Assessment sheets
  • Pencils and erasers
  • Visual aids from previous lessons

Building Background/Connection to prior knowledge:
The teacher will briefly review key points from previous lessons to help pupils recall important information.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Recall
  • Critical Thinking
  • Writing

Learning Materials:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Assessment sheets

Instructional Materials:

  • Visual aids
  • Assessment sheets

Content:

The assessment will cover:

  1. Meaning and types of family.
  2. Members of nuclear and extended families.
  3. Roles of extended family members.
  4. Meaning and importance of marriage.
  5. Types of marriage.
  6. Marriage practices in Nigeria.

Assessment:

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (15 Questions)

  1. A family that includes parents and their children is called a _____ family.
    a) nuclear b) extended c) big d) small
  2. A family that includes uncles, aunts, and grandparents is called an _____ family.
    a) nuclear b) extended c) small d) large
  3. The role of grandparents in the family is to _____.
    a) care for grandchildren b) play games c) sleep d) go to work
  4. Marriage is the union of _____.
    a) two people b) three people c) friends d) strangers
  5. Christian marriages are conducted in a _____.
    a) church b) mosque c) school d) market
  6. The payment made to the bride’s family in traditional marriages is called _____.
    a) bride price b) school fees c) rent d) tickets
  7. An Islamic marriage involves recitation of the _____.
    a) Quran b) Bible c) Hymns d) Poems
  8. Traditional marriages often include traditional _____.
    a) dances b) exams c) tests d) games
  9. In Christian marriages, couples exchange _____.
    a) rings b) books c) shoes d) toys
  10. Islamic marriages are often conducted in a _____ or at home.
    a) mosque b) church c) school d) hall
  11. Community involvement is important in _____ marriages.
    a) traditional b) Christian c) Islamic d) all
  12. Legal recognition is important in _____ marriages.
    a) Christian b) traditional c) Islamic d) none
  13. Traditional marriages focus on cultural _____.
    a) customs b) problems c) dances d) books
  14. Both Christian and Islamic marriages are _____.
    a) religious b) cultural c) traditional d) games
  15. Traditional marriages follow cultural customs, while Islamic marriages follow _____.
    a) Islamic laws b) games c) dances d) races

Section B: Short Answer Questions (5 Questions)

  1. Define the term “family.”
  2. Mention two types of family.
  3. List three members of a nuclear family.
  4. Explain the importance of marriage.
  5. Describe one marriage practice in Nigeria.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Distribute the assessment sheets.
  • Provide clear instructions on how to complete the assessment.
  • Supervise pupils during the assessment to ensure they are working independently.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Answer the questions on the assessment sheet.
  • Review their answers before submitting.

Conclusion: The teacher collects the assessment sheets and commends pupils for their efforts. The teacher will review the answers and provide feedback in the next class.