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Key Facts: GTLE Geography Exam

100

Official Exam Questions

NTC Guidelines

2 hours

Exam Duration

NTC Guidelines

50%

Passing Mark

NTC Board Decision

GH₵ 450

Fresh Exam Fee

NTC Registration Portal

GH₵ 50

Mandatory Indexing Fee

NTC Indexing Portal

4 Domains

Core Content Categories

NTC syllabus

The GTLE Geography exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 2 hours, requiring a pass mark of 50%. The registration fee is GH₵450 for all three GTLE papers. It covers physical geography, human and economic systems, Ghana/Africa regional studies, and practical map calculations.

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1Which of the following layers of the Earth is semi-fluid and responsible for the movement of tectonic plates?

A.Inner core

B.Outer core

C.Asthenosphere

D.Lithosphere

Explanation: The asthenosphere is the highly viscous, mechanically weak, and ductile region of the upper mantle of the Earth. It lies just below the lithosphere, and its semi-fluid nature allows the rigid tectonic plates of the lithosphere to slide and move over it.

2What is the primary cause of the Earth's seasonal changes?

A.The varying distance between the Earth and the Sun during orbit.

B.The tilt of the Earth's axis at an angle of 23.5 degrees relative to its orbital plane.

C.The changes in solar radiation emitted by the Sun.

D.The daily rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Explanation: Seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth's rotational axis at 23.5 degrees relative to its plane of orbit (the ecliptic) as it revolves around the Sun. This tilt causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying angles of solar radiation and daylight hours throughout the year.

3Which type of rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of molten magma or lava?

A.Sedimentary rock

B.Metamorphic rock

C.Igneous rock

D.Organic rock

Explanation: Igneous rocks are formed when molten rock (magma beneath the surface or lava on the surface) cools and solidifies. Examples include basalt, granite, obsidian, and pumice.

4What atmospheric gas is the most abundant by volume in the Earth's troposphere?

A.Oxygen

B.Carbon dioxide

C.Argon

D.Nitrogen

Explanation: Nitrogen is the most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere, making up approximately 78.08% of dry air by volume, followed by oxygen at about 20.95%.

5Which of the following processes describes the physical peeling of outer rock layers due to thermal expansion and contraction?

A.Carbonation

B.Exfoliation

C.Hydration

D.Oxidation

Explanation: Exfoliation (also known as onion-skin weathering) is a form of physical weathering where outer layers of rock flake or peel off. It is primarily caused by temperature changes, where thermal expansion during the day and contraction at night weaken the outer layers.

6In which atmospheric layer does almost all of the Earth's weather activity occur?

A.Stratosphere

B.Mesosphere

C.Troposphere

D.Thermosphere

Explanation: The troposphere is the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere. It contains approximately 75% of the atmosphere's total mass and 99% of its water vapor, making it the layer where almost all weather phenomena occur.

7What term is used to describe the point on the Earth's surface directly above where an earthquake originates?

A.Focus

B.Epicenter

C.Fault line

D.Hypocenter

Explanation: The epicenter is the point on the Earth's surface directly vertically above the focus (or hypocenter), which is the exact point underground where the earthquake rupture begins.

8Which of the following is a classic example of a river landform formed by deposition in the lower course of a river?

A.V-shaped valley

B.Waterfall

C.Gorge

D.Delta

Explanation: A delta is a depositional landform formed at the mouth of a river where it enters a quiet body of water (like a lake or ocean). As the river velocity drops rapidly, it deposits its sediment load, forming a network of distributaries.

9What type of rainfall occurs when moisture-laden air is forced to rise over a mountain range?

A.Convectional rainfall

B.Cyclonic rainfall

C.Orographic rainfall

D.Frontal rainfall

Explanation: Orographic (or relief) rainfall occurs when warm, moist air is forced to rise over a physical barrier such as a mountain range. As the air rises, it cools adiabatically, condenses, and precipitates on the windward side.

10In the Köppen climate classification system, what does the letter code 'Af' represent?

A.Tropical monsoon climate

B.Tropical wet-and-dry (savanna) climate

C.Tropical rainforest climate

D.Hot desert climate

Explanation: In Köppen's classification, 'A' stands for tropical climates (average temperature of the coldest month is >= 18°C), and 'f' stands for wet (no dry season, with all months having at least 60 mm of precipitation). Therefore, 'Af' represents a tropical wet or tropical rainforest climate.

About the GTLE Geography Exam

The GTLE Geography Subject Specialism exam is designed to assess the subject-matter competence of prospective senior high school geography teachers in Ghana. It tests candidates on core areas including physical geography, human and economic geography, regional geography of Ghana and Africa, and practical/quantitative geography.

Assessment

100 multiple-choice questions assessing content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge in Geography.

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

50%

Exam Fee

GH₵ 450 (covers all three GTLE papers) (National Teaching Council (NTC))

GTLE Geography Exam Content Outline

30%

Physical Geography

Planetary geography (Earth as a planet, rotation, revolution), geomorphology (internal and external forces, rock types, weathering, landforms), weather and climate, drainage systems, soils, and natural vegetation.

25%

Human and Economic Geography

Global population dynamics, settlement types and patterns, agricultural systems, industrialization, transport and communications, and global environmental issues.

25%

Geography of Ghana and Africa

Location, size, and boundaries; physical settings (relief, drainage, climate, vegetation); population distribution and migration; resource endowment, industrial growth, and regional integration (ECOWAS, AfCFTA).

20%

Practical and Quantitative Geography

Map scale conversions, distance and area calculations, bearings and directions, grid referencing, gradient calculations, time zone differences, and representation/interpretation of statistical data.

How to Pass the GTLE Geography Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 50%
Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions assessing content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge in Geography.
Time limit: 2 hours
Exam fee: GH₵ 450 (covers all three GTLE papers)

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

GTLE Geography Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master quantitative formulas for calculating map scale conversions, gradients, local time differences, and population densities.

2Understand physical geomorphology, including the rock cycle, types of weathering, plate tectonics, and landform formation processes.

3Familiarize yourself with the climate zones, major rivers, mineral resources, and developmental challenges of Ghana and Africa.

4Study spatial and population theories, including the Demographic Transition Model and Christaller's Central Place Theory.

5Review the concepts and principles of regional economic integration bodies like ECOWAS and the AfCFTA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to write the GTLE Geography Subject Specialism exam?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) in Geography, or a BA/BSc in Geography from a recognized university combined with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).

What is the passing score for the GTLE Geography paper?

The official passing score set by the National Teaching Council (NTC) is 50%.

What topics are tested on the GTLE Geography exam?

The exam covers physical geography (30%), human and economic geography (25%), regional geography of Ghana and Africa (25%), and practical geography (20%).

How much does the registration cost?

For fresh candidates, the total registration fee is GH₵ 450 for all three GTLE papers. Re-sitters pay GH₵ 150 for a single paper, GH₵ 210 for two papers, and GH₵ 385 for three papers. Additionally, indexing costs GH₵ 50.

Are calculators allowed in the exam?

Yes, simple non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed to assist with quantitative calculations such as map scales, local time differences, populations densities, and gradients.

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