Government

Question 1

1The media is often called the fourth estate because it

Easy

A. checks the use of power by informing the public B. makes laws C. judges cases D. runs elections

Question 2

2Interest groups influence government by

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A. lobbying and advocacy B. appointing judges C. contesting elections only D. forming the cabinet

Question 3

3Which body educates Ghanaians on their civic rights and duties?

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A. National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) B. Bank of Ghana C. Ghana Armed Forces D. Ghana Tourism Authority

Question 4

4Traditional authorities in Ghana are prohibited by the Constitution from

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A. managing stool lands B. leading festivals C. settling disputes D. active party politics

Question 5

5Legitimacy of a government means

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A. it has many soldiers B. the people accept its right to rule C. it rules forever D. it is rich

Question 6

6Patron–client relationships in politics can lead to

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A. corruption and favouritism B. free elections C. efficient institutions D. transparency

Question 7

7Trade unions, religious bodies and non-governmental organisations are part of

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A. civil society B. the executive C. the judiciary D. the armed forces

Question 8

8The press is often called the "fourth estate" because it

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A. makes laws B. judges cases C. collects taxes D. watches over and informs the public about the three arms of government

Question 9

9Citizens can hold government accountable through

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A. silence B. elections, the media and petitions C. tax evasion D. violence

Question 10

10Civil society organisations

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A. are non-state groups that represent citizens' interests B. are government ministries C. are political parties only D. are part of the army