2024 PEP Grade 6 Social Studies

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1. Which MAJOR evewnts in Jamaica’s history should be placed at 1865 and 1962?

A. 1865  – Arrival of the Chinese

1962 – The Morant Bay Rebellion

B. 1865 – The Morant Bay Rebellion

1962 – Independence

C. 1865 – Independence

1962 – Universal Adult Suffrage

D. 1865 – Arrival of the Chinese

1962 – Universal Adult Suffrage

 

2. What was a MAJOR reason for the migration of the Chinese to the Caribbean during the 19th century?
They had few _____

A. employment opportunities in China

B. educational opportunities in China

C. places to worship in China

D. Places to socialise in China

 

3. Which of the following BEST identifies a contribution of the Chinese to Jamaica?

A. started jewellery shops specialising in gold in Jamaica

B. brought sugar cane to plantations in Jamaica

C. helped the growth of wholesale shops in Jamaica

D. bought Maypole dancing to Jamaica

 

4. Which ethnic group bought Diwali (Divali) to the Caribbean?

A. Africans

B. British

C. Chinese

D. East Indians

 

5. Which was a part of the agreement between plantation owners and East Indian indentured workers?

The East Indians ______

A. could work on plantations of their choice

B. had to work on plantations for a period of time

C. were offered housing in communities near plantations

D. were given free passage back to India, when they desired

 

6. Which is TRUE about the experience of the Chinese in the Caribbean during the 19th century?

The Chinese were _____

A. allowed to leave the plantation without permission

B. given a variety of clothing

C. given many food choices

D. able to maintain their cultural practices

 

Read the three (3) sources below then use them to answer item 7 to 9.

7. Which source(s) would be most helpful in determining when the British first came to Jamaica?

A. Source 1 only

B. Source 2 only

C. Source 3 only

D. Sources 2 and 3

 

8. Which source(s) give information on the economic contribution of the East Indians?

A. Source 1 only

B. Source 2 only

C. Sources 1 and 2

D. Sources 2 and 3

 

9. which conclusion can BEST be supported by the information in both Source a and Source 2?

The ethnic groups ______

A. disliked each other’s culture

B. started successful businesses in Jamaica

C. cooperated to bring about changes in Jamaica

D. refused to work on plantations after slavery was abolished

 

10. Which strategy is the most useful way of promoting the culture of the Caribbean to Caribbean people?

A. advertising Jamaican dishes on television stations in the Caribbean

B. having cultural presentations to tourists

C. hosting Caribbean cultural festivals in all Caribbean countries

D. broadcasting documentaries on the history of African music in the Caribbean

 

Read the information in the box below then use it to answer item 11

Tom is conducting a research on the importance of the Chinese New Year Celebrations to the Caribbean.

11. Which question, when asked, would most likely give Tom the relevant information he needs for his research?

A.  Who participates in Chinese New Year Celebrations?

B. How often are Chinese New Year Celbrations held in the Caribbean?

C. Where in the Caribbean are Chinese New Year Celebrations held?

D. How have the Chinese New Year Celebrations helped to shape Caribbean culture?

 

12. Who started the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA)?

A. Marcus Garvey

B. Norman Manley

C. Alexander Bustamante

D. George William Gordon

 

13. The trade union activities, led by Alexander Bustamante in 1938, were important because they led to ____.

A. improved working conditions

B. more jobs for older Jamaicans

C. more workers staying off the job

D. the end of colonial rule in Jamaica

 

14. Which of the following sources would be most useful for gathering information about Norman Manley’s contribution to nation building?

A/An _____

A. newspaper article about Norman Manley ‘s experience as a lawyer

B. tour of Norman Manley’s childhood home.

C. story about Norman Manley’s time studying law

D. official biography of Norman Manley

 

15. What is the significance of Independence Day in Jamaica?

A. Jamaica welcomed the first set of migrants

B. Jamaica gained control of its government

C. Jamaica ‘s first political party was formed

D. Jamaica withdrew from the West Indies Federation

 

16. Which of the following was associated with Haiti’s independence movement?

A. 1804 – Jean-Jacques Dessalines – revolution

B. 1902 – Maximo Gomez – revolution

C. 1962 – Norman Manley – negotiation

D. 1966 – Errol Walton Barrow – negotiation

 

Read the information in Source 1 and examine the table in Source 2. Use them to answer items 17 and 18.

17. Which source(s) support the claim that some countries serve symbolic dishes during their Independence Day celebrations?

A. Source 1 only

B. Source 2 only

C. Both Sources

D. None of the Sources

 

18. Based on the sources, how are Independence celebrations in Jamaica and Haiti similar?

A. Competitions are a major part of both celebrations

B. Both celebrations are held at the same time of the year

C. The talents of citizens are highlighted during the celebrations

D. A flag raising ceremony is a significant part of the celebrations

 

19. Which of the following is Jamaica’s National Flower?

The bloom of the _____

A. Ackee

B. Blue Mahoe

C. Hibiscus

D.  Lignum Vitae

 

20. ‘Justice, truth be ours forever…’ is a line from Jamaica’s _____

A. National Anthem

B. National Pledge

C. National Prayer

D. National Song for Schools

 

Read the information in the box below then use it to answer item 21.

Jamaica has made a few changes in its Coat of Arms. One of these changes was made to the motto.

21. Which is the MAIN reason for the final change to the motto?

To ____

A. provide a modern version of the motto

B. pay tribute to the first ethnic group that lived in the country

C. recognise the togetherness of the ethnic groups in the country

D. show the relationship between the indentured servants

 

22. National symbols and emblems are significant to Jamaicans because they…

A. remind us of our ancestors

B. represent economic prosperity

C. remind us of our responsibilities

D. promote identity and civic pride

 

23. Which of the following is a service offered by the Jamaican government?

Providing ____

A. savings accounts for citizens

B. educational opportunities for citizens

C. churches for citizens to worship

D. social media accounts for children

 

A grade 6 teacher asked her students to conduct a research to answer the questions on the board. Use it to answer item 24.

24. Which would be most useful in gathering information to answer the question on the board?

A. autobiography of Marcus Garvey

B. picture collage of national leaders

C. biographies of former Jamaican Prime Ministers

D. a newspaper article about the contributions of the Mayor of Kingston

 

Read the conversation in Source 1 and the information in Source 2. Use them to answer items 25 and 26.

Source 1 

Source 2

25. Which source(s) gives information on how specific places in communities are maintained by government?

A. Source 1 only

B. Source 2 only

C. Both Sources

D. None of the Sources

 

26. Based on the sources, which describes a similarity between central and local government?

They both have ____

A. buildings in each parish capital

B. members that are elected by the people

C. responsibility for maintaining parks and markets

D. members who are in charge of different ministries

 

Read the information below then use it to answer item 27.

27. Which would most likely be used by the court to determine the proper punishment for the thieves?

The ____

A. laws on theft

B. laws on cruelty to animals

C. views of Rocktown community members

D. views of cattle farmers who had similar experiences

 

Read the paragraph below then use it to answer item 28.

Paul is a 27-year-old man who was born in the United States of America. His parents are Jamaicans who also  live in the United States of America. Paul visits Jamaica very often. During these visits he develops a love and passion for Jamaica. He wants to become a Jamaican citizen.

28. Under which of the following can Paul apply for Jamaican citizenship?

A. Adoption

B. Descent

C. Naturalisation

D. Commonwealth National

 

29. Which right comes with being a Jamaican citizen?

The right is ____

A. pay taxes

B. vote during elections

C. serve on a jury in court

D. choose which laws to obey

 

Examine the cartoon below. John, the team leader, is addressing his team members. Read the information in the cartoon, then use it to answer item 30.

30. Which characteristic of a good leader is John demonstrating?

A. being courageous

B. displaying confidence

C. supporting team members during meetings

D. allowing members to take part in decision making

 

Examine the map of the world below then use it to answer item 31.

31. What is the name of the line of latitude labelled X?

The ____

A. Equator

B. Prime Meridian

C. Tropic of Cancer

D. Tropic of Capricorn

 

32. Which farming activity is carried out MOSTLY in mountainous environments?

A. cattle farming

B. coffee farming

C. chicken farming

D. sugar cane farming

 

33. Which of the following is a body of water that is completely surrounded by land?

A. gulf

B. lake

C. sea

D. river

 

Read the information in the box below then use it to answer item 34.

On an airplane to their destination, the Jones family flew over landforms surrounded by water. As they descended, they saw a strip of land with water on either side. This strip formed a part of the airport’s runway.

34. What TWO landforms did they observe?

A. continents and a peninsula

B. continents and an isthmus

C. islands and a peninsula

D. islands and a bay

Read the information in the table below then use it to answer item 35.

35. Based on the information in the table, which is TRUE about humidity in mountain environments?

Humidity ____

A. is lower on mountains than on lowlands

B. is higher on mountains than on lowlands

C. remains the same on mountains and lowlands

D. changes on mountains but not on lowlands

The picture below shows a section of a deforested hillside. Examine the picture then use it to answer item 36.

36. Which is LIKELY to happen as a result of leaving the hillside in this state?

A. more intense rainfall

B. increased land pollution

C. increased fertiliser use

D. frequent landslides

 

37. Which BEST describes a human activity that is beneficial to mountain environments?

A. building houses

B. reusing plastic bottles

C. setting up forest reserves

D. practicing composting

 

Examine the two (2) sources below then use them to answer items 38 to 40.

38.  Which source(s) identifies activities that tourists can take part in??

A. Source 1 only

B. Source 2 only

C. Both Sources

D. None of the Sources

 

39. Which source(s) suggests that human activities may be restricted in some mountain environments?

A. Source 1 only

B. Source 2 only

C. Both Sources

D. None of the Sources

 

40. Based on the sources, which conclusion can be drawn about the significance of mountain environments?

Mountains ____

A. are only useful for providing habitat for animals

B. support wildlife and recreational activities

C. are severely affected by human activities

D. provide water supply for the country