1. Characteristics of the North East Trade winds in Ghana:
- They blow from the northeast direction towards the southwest.
- They are relatively dry winds.
- They are consistent and blow throughout the year.
- They bring cool air to the coastal regions of Ghana.
- They have a significant influence on the weather patterns in Ghana.
2. Effects of the North East Trade winds in Ghana:
- They bring dry weather conditions which can lead to droughts.
- They contribute to the Harmattan season with its dusty winds.
- They affect agriculture by drying up crops and causing water scarcity.
- They influence maritime activities along the coast.
- They can bring cooler temperatures to the coastal regions.
3. Negative effects of rapid population growth on the development of Ghana:
- Strain on resources such as water, housing, and food.
- Increased unemployment rates.
- Pressure on healthcare and education services.
- Environmental degradation due to urbanization and deforestation.
4. Ways to reduce rapid population growth in Ghana:
- Implementing family planning programs.
- Improving access to education, especially for girls.
- Encouraging small family sizes through awareness campaigns.
- Providing economic opportunities and job creation.
5. Effects of Rotation and Revolution:
- Rotation causes day and night.
- Revolution around the sun causes the changing seasons.
- It affects the distribution of sunlight on Earth.
6. Difference between dyke, Block Mountain, and tectonic plateau:
- A dyke is a vertical or near-vertical rock formation produced by magma filling cracks in the earth's surface.
- A Block Mountain is a large area of raised terrain with steep sides, often caused by tectonic movements.
- A tectonic plateau is a large flat area of land elevated by tectonic forces.
7. Importance of rocks/mountains to the socio-economic development of Ghana:
- Source of minerals and resources.
- Tourism and recreational purposes.
- Geological importance for construction and infrastructure.
- Provide habitats for biodiversity.
8. Benefits of rainfall:
- Supports agriculture and food production.
- Provides water for domestic and industrial use.
- Helps maintain ecosystem balance.
- Replenishes groundwater sources.
9.
a. Difference between government and society:
- Government refers to the system or group of people governing an organized community, while society refers to the community of people living in a particular country or region.
b. Functions of the executive arm of government:
- Implementation of laws.
- Administration of government departments.
- Foreign policy formulation.
- Law enforcement and defense.
c. Duties of an assembly man or woman:
- Representing the interests of their constituents.
- Participating in local government decision-making.
- Oversight of local government functions.
- Ensuring accountability and transparency.
10.
a. Local government:
- The administration of a particular area or district by elected representatives.
b. Functions of the judicial arm of government:
- Interpretation of laws.
- Administration of justice.
- Resolution of legal disputes.
- Upholding the rule of law.
c. Problems of the District Assemblies:
- Limited financial resources.
- Lack of capacity and expertise.
- Political interference.
- Inadequate infrastructure.
11.
a. Development:
- The process of improving the quality of life and well-being of a society.
b. Ways to boost agriculture production in Ghana:
- Implementing modern farming techniques.
- Providing access to credit and inputs.
- Improving irrigation and infrastructure.
- Promoting research and extension services.
c. NGO's in Ghana:
- World Vision Ghana.
- Plan International Ghana.
- Oxfam Ghana.
- CARE Ghana.
- ActionAid Ghana.
12.
a. NGO:
- Non-Governmental Organization, a non-profit, voluntary group organized outside of government.
b. Contributions of NGOs to Ghana's socio-economic growth:
- Providing humanitarian aid.
- Advocating for social change and justice.
- Delivering essential services.
- Promoting civic engagement.
c. Full meaning of:
i. NGO - Non-Governmental Organization
ii. PPAG - Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana
iii. ADRA - Adventist Development and Relief Agency
iv. NBSSI - National Board for Small Scale Industries