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• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises the Grade 8 Social Studies End Term 3 2025 Exam with Marking Scheme. The PDF version is also available upon your request. A comprehensive marking scheme with answers and explanations for all questions is provided at the end of the document.

  This is a theory examination paper containing two sections: Section A (Multiple Choice) and Section B (Structured Questions). The paper consists of 20 multiple-choice questions and five structured tasks. It is marked out of a total of 80 marks and is to be completed by learners within a duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

  The exam assesses knowledge across five main areas: History, Geography, Citizenship, Mapwork, and Life Skills.

  • History
    • Topics include early human evolution, ancient civilizations (e.g., Egypt), the Trans-Atlantic slave trade, the colonization of Africa (including the Berlin Conference), and the cultural and political systems of various African communities (e.g., Asante, Zulu, Ogiek). Historical monuments are also covered.
  • Geography
    • This section covers physical geography, including factors influencing climate, different climate and vegetation zones in Africa, and major physical features like rivers and deserts. It also includes topics on the solar system, weather instruments, and data representation (bar graphs).
  • Citizenship
    • Questions focus on the definition and components of a constitution, civic duties, human rights, and peaceful conflict resolution.
  • Mapwork
    • This area tests the ability to interpret sketch maps, identify settlement patterns, understand map scales, and recognize methods of showing relief.
  • Life Skills and Personal Development
    • This section assesses understanding of concepts such as peer pressure, managing emotions, empathy, and building self-esteem.
• File Size:

  728.65 KB
• Length:

  33 pages
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 8
• Subject:

  SOCIAL STUDIES
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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