Ghana's Government and Constitutions

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What is a country called when it is ruled by elected presidents?

A monarchy

A republic (correct)

A dictatorship

A democracy

What is the significance of the 'Fourth Republic' in Ghana?

Ghana has four regions

Ghana is currently in its fourth constitution since independence (correct)

Ghana has had four military coups

Ghana has been ruled by four presidents

What happened between the first three republics in Ghana?

The people ruled themselves

There were military rules between the republics (correct)

The presidents ruled continuously

There were no military rules

Who has the power in a republic?

The president and elected representatives Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a republic?

Elected representatives and a president make decisions Signup and view all the answers

Who is the person mentioned in the passage?

Liman One Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the year 1975 in the passage?

It is a random year mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'hoc' in the passage?

It is a typo and should be ignored Signup and view all the answers

What is the date mentioned in the passage?

26th September 1979 Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the two dates mentioned in the passage?

They are four years apart Signup and view all the answers

What event led by Flt. Lt Rawlings marked the beginning of a new era in Ghana?

The coup d'etat on 31st December, 1981 Signup and view all the answers

Who became the chairman of the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC)?

Flt. Lt Jerry John Rawlings Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the coup d'etat led by Flt. Lt Rawlings?

The overthrow of Limann's government Signup and view all the answers

When did Flt. Lt Rawlings lead a coup d'etat?

31st December, 1981 Signup and view all the answers

How long did Flt. Lt Rawlings rule Ghana?

From 1981 to 1992 Signup and view all the answers

Who led the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 1992 election?

Albers Adu Bochen Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the total votes did the NDC win in the 1992 election?

56.28% Signup and view all the answers

Where was Jerry John Rawlings born?

Volta Region Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the People's Heritage Party (PHP) in the 1992 election?

Esunamuel Ersidine Signup and view all the answers

What position did Jerry John Rawlings hold after winning the 1992 election?

President Signup and view all the answers

What was Jerry John Rawlings' achievement in the Superscal He?

He graduated as the best cadet in the academy Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the group formed by Jerry John Rawlings and his colleagues?

Arme Revolutionary Council Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the 1979 elections in Ghana?

The People's National Party won the election Signup and view all the answers

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