End of Term Social Studies Test

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FAMILY TREE

The family tree shows the family of the 'Chinapoo' and 'Sterling families.

Please read the key at the bottom before you answer the questions.

1. What is the relationship between Joseph Chinapoo and Soyini Mohammed? (1 mark)

2. In what year did Haniff and Myron become in-laws? (1 mark)

3. What is the relationship between Nadia Chinapoo and Anil Chinapoo? (1 mark)

4. Name two persons who are of the same age. (1 mark)

5. Name one of Ramesh's grandchildren.

6. _________________ is the process by which children learn how to behave in society.

7. Explain why the process mentioned in number 6 is important.

8. Define self-image and explain why a negative self-image can affect a person's self-esteem.

9. What is culture?

10. Give 2 aspects of Caribbean culture. (real examples)

11. People of African descent and East Indians make up 2 ethnic groups found in the Caribbean. Give 2 cultural/traditional practices of each group.

12. Below is the Barbadian coat of arms. Choose any 2 elements and describe what they mean.

MAKEDA

1-2.

3-4.

ESSAYS - CHOOSE ONE

Write an essay on the topic above. First, identify TWO electronic modes of communication. Then

state TWO sociocultural conditions that may prevent Caribbean citizens from using the available

modes of communication. Describe TWO ways in which modern communication technology has

improved business operations across the Caribbean. Finally, suggest, giving fuIl details, THREE

measures that the govemment of your country may take to increase the use of communication

technology in your country. Explain fully why EACH of the measures you have suggested will

be successful.

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