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Key Facts: GTLE Social Studies 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

3 Domains

Core Content Categories

NTC syllabus

The GTLE Social Studies 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 environment, governance systems, stability, socio-economic development, and practical calculations.

Sample GTLE Social Studies Practice Questions

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1Which of the following describes the social environment in the study of Social Studies?
A.The physical landforms, water bodies, and vegetation surrounding a community.
B.The network of human relationships, institutions, and cultural norms that govern social interaction.
C.The artificial structures like roads, buildings, and bridges constructed by humans.
D.The atmospheric conditions such as temperature, rainfall, and wind in a region.
Explanation: The social environment refers to the human component of our surroundings, consisting of family structures, peer groups, religious bodies, cultural practices, and social institutions. It is distinguished from the physical environment (natural features) and the artificial/built environment (man-made structures).
2What is the term used to describe an individual's evaluation of their own self-worth, which significantly influences their behavior and interactions?
A.Self-concept
B.Self-esteem
C.Self-actualization
D.Self-identity
Explanation: Self-esteem is the subjective evaluation of one's own worth or value. It differs from self-concept, which is the cognitive description of oneself, and self-identity, which is the recognition of one's characteristics.
3According to the World Health Organization (WHO), which age range defines the period of adolescence?
A.5 to 9 years
B.10 to 19 years
C.20 to 24 years
D.25 to 35 years
Explanation: The World Health Organization (WHO) defines adolescence as the developmental period between the ages of 10 and 19 years. This stage is characterized by rapid physical growth, cognitive development, and social transitions.
4Which of the following is considered an intangible element of Ghanaian culture?
A.Traditional Kente woven cloth
B.Traditional drums and instruments
C.The practice of pouring libation to ancestors
D.Elaborate wooden stools and local crafts
Explanation: Intangible cultural heritage consists of non-physical aspects of a culture, such as oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, rituals, festive events, and traditional knowledge. Pouring libation is a religious and social ritual, making it intangible.
5Which type of marriage in Ghana requires registration under the Marriages Act (Cap 127) and strictly forbids polygamy?
A.Customary Marriage
B.Islamic Marriage (under Mohammedan Law)
C.Marriage under the Ordinance
D.Consensual Union
Explanation: Marriage under the Ordinance is a monogamous marriage system regulated by civil law (Cap 127 in Ghana). It legally prohibits either party from marrying anyone else while the marriage subsists, unlike Customary and Islamic marriages which permit polygamy.
6Which human activity is the primary driver of widespread soil erosion and siltation of rivers in the forest zones of Ghana?
A.Subsistence crop rotation
B.Deforestation through logging and slash-and-burn farming
C.Eco-tourism development
D.Organic vegetable gardening
Explanation: Deforestation, driven by commercial logging and traditional slash-and-burn agriculture, removes protective vegetative cover. This exposes the soil to heavy rainfall, leading to erosion and washed sediments entering river basins (siltation).
7What is the three-figure bearing of the South-East (SE) direction?
A.045 degrees
B.135 degrees
C.225 degrees
D.315 degrees
Explanation: Three-figure bearings are measured clockwise from the North (000/360 degrees). North-East is 045°, East is 090°, South-East is 135°, South is 180°, South-West is 225°, West is 270°, and North-West is 315°.
8Which of the following instruments is used to measure atmospheric pressure in weather study?
A.Anemometer
B.Barometer
C.Hygrometer
D.Thermometer
Explanation: A barometer is the scientific instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, usually in millibars (mb) or millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Monitoring pressure changes is key for forecasting weather.
9Which of the following natural resources in Ghana is classified as non-renewable?
A.Timber from the Kakum forest reserve
B.Bauxite deposits in Nyinahin
C.Water resources of the Volta River
D.Solar radiation in the northern regions
Explanation: Bauxite is a mineral ore (used to make aluminum) and is a non-renewable resource because geological processes take millions of years to form it, meaning it cannot be replaced once extracted.
10Which statement best illustrates the dynamic interaction between the physical environment and the social environment in Ghana?
A.The construction of the Akosombo Dam which relocated communities and created new fishing industries.
B.The declaration of national holidays to commemorate independence day celebrations.
C.The development of mobile applications to translate local Ghanaian languages.
D.The formulation of national educational policy guidelines for teachers.
Explanation: The building of the Akosombo Dam altered the physical environment (flooding land to create Lake Volta). This directly impacted the social environment by forcing resettlement, altering community structures, and shifting livelihoods from farming to freshwater fishing.

About the GTLE Social Studies Exam

The GTLE Social Studies Subject Specialism exam is designed to assess the subject-matter competence of prospective senior high school social studies teachers in Ghana. It tests candidates on core areas including the environment, governance, politics and stability, and socio-economic development.

Assessment

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

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

50%

Exam Fee

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

GTLE Social Studies Exam Content Outline

35%

Environment

Concept of environment, self-identity, adolescent reproductive health, culture and national identity, marriage, family, and responsible parenting, environmental issues/challenges of Ghana.

35%

Governance, Politics, and Stability

Peace building, conflict resolution, constitution, democracy, rights and responsibilities of the individual, leadership and governance, national development.

30%

Socio-Economic Development

Science and technology, resource development and utilization, youth and development, population growth, demography and development, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.

How to Pass the GTLE Social Studies Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 50%
  • Assessment: 100 multiple-choice questions assessing content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge in Social Studies.
  • 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 Social Studies Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master quantitative formulas for calculating map scale conversions, local time differences, dependency ratios, birth/death rates, and population densities.
2Understand environmental problems in Ghana, including soil erosion, deforestation, and water pollution, and their sustainable solutions.
3Familiarize yourself with the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, democratic institutions, and fundamental human rights.
4Study social theories and institutions, including marriage types, family systems, and adolescent reproductive health.
5Review the role of the youth, science, and technology in national development, and the objectives of regional integration bodies like ECOWAS and AfCFTA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to write the GTLE Social Studies Subject Specialism exam?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) in Social Studies, or a BA/BSc in Social Sciences plus PGDE/Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).

What is the passing score for the GTLE Social Studies paper?

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

What topics are tested on the GTLE Social Studies exam?

The exam covers environment (35%), governance, politics, and stability (35%), and socio-economic development (30%).

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, population densities, dependency ratios, and birth/death rates.