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MTENDERE SECONDARY SCHOOL

2019- 2020 MSCE MOCK EXAMINATIONS

SOCIAL STUDIES

PAPER II

(100 Marks)

Wednesday, 18 March Time Allowed: 2hrs

1:00 – 3:00 pm

Instructions:
1. This paper contains 6 printed pages. Please check.
2. Answer all questions.
3. Watch your handwriting.
4. Time allowed 2 hours.

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1. a. Explain any four common characteristics of developing countries.

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b. Explain any two development challenges facing Malawi in terms of
i. Agriculture
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ii. Education
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iii. Health
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2. a. Explain any three positive aspects of donors in economic development.

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b. Explain any two negative aspects of donors in economic development.
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c. What do you understand by the term sustainable development?
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d. Explain any two importance of sustainable development.
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e. Explain any two problems people face when dealing with financial institutions in
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3. a. Explain any two positive impact of multiculturalism.
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b. Explain any two negative impact of multiculturalism.
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c. Explain any three effects of discrimination on the community.
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c. Explain any three efforts that are being taken to curb discrimination.
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4. a. Explain any three importance of Gender balance in development.

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b. Explain any four importance of national service.
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c. Can you suggest any three national service activities that can be put in place in a
community?
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5. Discuss the impact of Drug and Substance abuse on the individual, family and development of
the society.
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(20 marks)

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