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What are the most significant causes of the social issues highlighted in the text?
What are the most significant causes of the social issues highlighted in the text?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a solution to social issues in Ghana?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a solution to social issues in Ghana?
What is the main argument for bringing courses like entrepreneurship and basketry into the education system?
What is the main argument for bringing courses like entrepreneurship and basketry into the education system?
What are the key components of the "built environment" as described in the text?
What are the key components of the "built environment" as described in the text?
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What is the most comprehensive definition of "environment"?
What is the most comprehensive definition of "environment"?
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What is the primary distinction between the natural environment and the social environment?
What is the primary distinction between the natural environment and the social environment?
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Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the social environment?
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the social environment?
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What is the main objective of the proposed "programme of action on skills acquisition and wealth creation"?
What is the main objective of the proposed "programme of action on skills acquisition and wealth creation"?
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What is the main focus of studying environmental problems from a cause-and-effect viewpoint?
What is the main focus of studying environmental problems from a cause-and-effect viewpoint?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a cause of air pollution?
Which of the following is NOT considered a cause of air pollution?
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Which of these is a potential effect of air pollution mentioned in the text?
Which of these is a potential effect of air pollution mentioned in the text?
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What is the primary impact of water pollution as described in the text?
What is the primary impact of water pollution as described in the text?
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Based on the text, how do nitrogen oxides contribute to environmental problems?
Based on the text, how do nitrogen oxides contribute to environmental problems?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a solution to air pollution in the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a solution to air pollution in the text?
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What is the most immediate consequence of introducing contaminants into water sources?
What is the most immediate consequence of introducing contaminants into water sources?
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Which of the following is a key factor in effectively managing environmental problems?
Which of the following is a key factor in effectively managing environmental problems?
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What percentage of the earth's surface is covered by the lithosphere?
What percentage of the earth's surface is covered by the lithosphere?
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What is the main component of the hydrosphere?
What is the main component of the hydrosphere?
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Which of these is NOT a component of the physical environment?
Which of these is NOT a component of the physical environment?
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What is the primary function of the atmosphere in relation to the earth?
What is the primary function of the atmosphere in relation to the earth?
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What is the approximate percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere?
What is the approximate percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere?
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Which of the following is NOT a layer of the atmosphere?
Which of the following is NOT a layer of the atmosphere?
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What percentage of the earth's fresh water is in the form of liquid water, such as rivers and ponds?
What percentage of the earth's fresh water is in the form of liquid water, such as rivers and ponds?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the physical environment in society?
Which of the following best describes the role of the physical environment in society?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a water pollutant in urban storm water runoff?
Which of the following is NOT considered a water pollutant in urban storm water runoff?
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Which of the following is a major cause of water pollution?
Which of the following is a major cause of water pollution?
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What impact can oil spillage have on water bodies?
What impact can oil spillage have on water bodies?
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Which practice should be avoided to mitigate land degradation?
Which practice should be avoided to mitigate land degradation?
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What is a solution to address land degradation?
What is a solution to address land degradation?
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What is a significant effect of water pollution on human life?
What is a significant effect of water pollution on human life?
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of land degradation?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of land degradation?
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What measure can help control pollution at its source in industries?
What measure can help control pollution at its source in industries?
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Which of these is NOT listed as a cause of social vices?
Which of these is NOT listed as a cause of social vices?
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What is the primary difference between ‘vices’ and ‘social vices’ as defined in the text?
What is the primary difference between ‘vices’ and ‘social vices’ as defined in the text?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a social vice mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a social vice mentioned in the text?
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Why is it important to address social vices?
Why is it important to address social vices?
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The text suggests that parents play a critical role in addressing social vices. What specific actions are they encouraged to take?
The text suggests that parents play a critical role in addressing social vices. What specific actions are they encouraged to take?
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Which of the following is explicitly stated as a potential solution to social vices?
Which of the following is explicitly stated as a potential solution to social vices?
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The text implies that social vices may be more prevalent among young people. What is the main reason for this?
The text implies that social vices may be more prevalent among young people. What is the main reason for this?
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Based on the information provided, which social vice is most likely to lead to criminal activity?
Based on the information provided, which social vice is most likely to lead to criminal activity?
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Study Notes
B.Ed Primary/Junior High School Programme
- The module is for the 2nd semester of 2023
- It's a training and retraining programme for private school teachers in Ghana, organized by the Ministry of Finance, Trade Union Congress, and the Institute of Education, UCC
- This is a Ghanaian program
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 1
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Social Vices in Ghana:
- "Vices" originate from the Latin word "Vitium," meaning defect or failing
- Vices are immoral or wicked personal characteristics, often seen in schools and institutions
- Vices can also be defined as habitually bad behaviors reflecting moral weakness or wickedness
- Some vices are considered evil (e.g., prostitution, indecent dressing, robbery, cultism, etc.), while others are self-indulgent (e.g., smoking, premarital sex, rape)
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 1 (continued)
- Social vices are common among young people
- Examples include prostitution, indecent dressing, robbery, cultism, pocket picking, drug addiction, examination malpractice, hooliganism, thuggery, gambling, smoking, and premarital sexual activities & rape
- Social vices are unacceptable behaviors that contradict societal norms and culture
- Social vices can be harmful behaviours, habits, or practices recognized as immoral, sinful, or degrading in a community
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 1 (continued)
- Social vices are often associated with:
- Possession of pornographic materials
- Examination misconduct
- Stealing
- They are considered behaviours, habits, or practices generally seen as bad or practices that are immoral, sinful, or potentially profitable, like prostitution or gambling
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 1 (continued)
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Causes of Social Vices:
- Peer pressure
- Unemployment
- Poor parenting, broken homes
- Modelling (influence from media)
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 1 (continued)
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Effects of Social Vices:
- Negative impact on mental, physical, and moral well-being
- Dangerous acts (e.g., cultism)
- Damage to family image
- Health risks due to illicit drugs, smoking, and alcoholism
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 1 (continued)
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Measures to Curb Social Vices:
- Parents play a crucial role in guiding their children
- Governments should create youth-centred policies to reduce poverty and increase educational opportunities to give job creation possibilities for young unemployeded graduates
- Educational system reform by including entrepreneurship and skill-based courses
- Stakeholders should educate youth on danger of vices
- Guidance and counselling centres
- Parent-teacher communication channels to help parents know their child better
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 2
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Environment:
- Environment means surroundings that affect an organism throughout their life
- The environment comprises biotic (living things) and abiotic (non-living components) that surround organisms
- It encompasses interactions between water, air, land, and human beings/other living organisms
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 2 (continued)
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Types of Environment:
- Natural: Includes biological and ecological components, all living creatures (plants, animals, humans, microorganisms)
- Social: Socio-economic interactions between individuals and species; how human beings interact with other human beings
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 2 (continued)
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Types of Environment:
- Built: Man-made components within the natural environment, e.g., cities, buildings, infrastructure that is carefully planed
- Spiritual: The sub-conscious level where human interactions with the supernatural beings occur.
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 2 (continued)
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Importance of the Physical Environment:
- Source of natural resources for life
- Waste repository
- Habitat for living organisms
- Source of beauty
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 4
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Physical Environment:
- Encompasses land, air, water, plants, animals, buildings, and natural resources crucial for social and economic development
- Lithosphere (Land): Solid rocky crust, minerals, continents, mountains, ocean floors (29% of Earth's surface)
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 4 (continued)
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Physical Environment:
- Hydrosphere (Water): All water on Earth (oceans, lakes, rivers, 71% of Earth's surface), includes fresh water and frozen water
- Atmosphere (Air): Layer of gases surrounding Earth, containing oxygen, carbon dioxide; protects from harmful solar radiation
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 4 (continued)
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Atmosphere: layers
- Concentric layers (e.g., troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, exosphere) with varying characteristics based on temperature, composed of nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), and other gases
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 5
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Environmental problems:
- Changes in quality/quantity of environmental factors negatively affecting human & animal health & well being
- Two viewpoints
- Look at the adverse effects without understanding the origin
- Investigate the cause-and-effect relationships
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 5 (continued)
- Examples of environmental problems
- Air, water, and land pollution
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Air Pollution:
- Presence of contaminants (dust, fumes, gases, mist, odor, smoke, vapor)
- Harmful to plants, animals, and human life, pollutants.
- Causes: industrial wastes, vehicle emissions, household & farming chemicals, deforestation
- Effects: respiratory infections, global warming, ozone layer depletion, acid rain
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 6
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Water Pollution:
- Contamination of water bodies by harmful substances (chemicals, microorganisms)
- Reduces water quality, toxic to humans & environment
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 6 (continued)
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Water Pollution (continued):
- Causes: urbanization, sewage/waste, industrial wastes, agricultural chemicals, oil spills
- Effects: waterborne diseases, negative impact on human and animal life, reduced oxygenation
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 6 (continued)
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Water Pollution (continued):
- Solutions: public awareness, industry effluent treatment, sewage treatment plants, proper fertilizer/pesticide use
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 6 (continued)
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Land Degradation:
- Temporary/permanent decline in land's productive capacity, includes major land uses (e.g., arable land, irrigation, forests), farming systems, and economic value
- Causes: deforestation, excessive use of fertilizers/pesticides, overgrazing, industrial/mining activities, waterlogging, desertification, soil erosion
- Effects: loss of topsoil, reduced vegetation, increased soil salinity, increased flooding, drought
Social Structure of Ghana - Unit 6, Session 6 (continued)
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Land Degradation (continued):
- Solutions
- Conservation tillage (leaving crop residue on surface to protect soil)
- Reducing deforestation
- Land reclamation
- Solutions
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This quiz explores the critical social issues and environmental concerns highlighted in the text related to Ghana. It examines various components of the social and natural environment, the implications of pollution, and the importance of integrating specific courses into the education system. Test your understanding of the causes, effects, and proposed solutions for these pressing challenges.
