Aspects of Traditional Culture in the County

15 Grade 4 Social Studies questions on Aspects of Traditional Culture in the County, with worked marking schemes. 15 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   During a cultural day, pupils wear clothes made from animal skins and beads. These clothes are examples of:

   A. Rain coats

   B. Sports kits

   C. School uniforms

   D. Traditional attire

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   A traditional dance performed to celebrate a good harvest shows that culture can be used to:

   A. Build houses

   B. Repair roads

   C. Cook food

   D. Celebrate important events

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3. Question 3

   5 marks

   Different communities in Kenya have different cultures.

   (a) Give two reasons why we should respect the culture of other communities.

   (b) State one problem that can happen if people do not respect other cultures.

   (5 marks)

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   (a) Any two (4 marks): it promotes peace/unity, we learn from one another, it prevents conflict, everyone feels valued, Kenya is one nation of many communities. (b) Conflicts/quarrels, tribalism, hatred or division may arise (1 mark).

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Riddles and proverbs used by grandparents to teach wisdom are part of a community's:

   A. Farming tools

   B. Oral traditions

   C. Building materials

   D. Money system

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   A community holds a ceremony to welcome newborn babies into the community. Such ceremonies are part of the community's:

   A. School timetable

   B. Trading system

   C. Modern technology

   D. Traditional customs

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Long ago, elders passed knowledge to the young through stories told in the evening. These stories are known as:

   A. Road signs

   B. Text messages

   C. Folk tales

   D. Newspapers

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   A wise saying that teaches a lesson, such as 'Haraka haraka haina baraka', is called a:

   A. Dance

   B. Proverb

   C. Game

   D. Song

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Why is it important for children to learn about the traditional culture of their county?

   A. To keep the culture alive and value their identity

   B. To stop celebrating festivals

   C. To avoid speaking to elders

   D. To forget where they come from

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Traditional culture includes the way of life passed down from our grandparents. Which of these is an aspect of traditional culture?

   A. Watching cartoons online

   B. Playing video games

   C. Driving a modern car

   D. Traditional songs and dances

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10. Question 10

    4 marks

    Every county has its own traditional culture.

    (a) State what is meant by traditional culture.

    (b) Give two aspects of traditional culture found in your county.

    (4 marks)

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    (a) The way of life/customs, beliefs and practices passed down from earlier generations (2 marks). (b) Any two: traditional foods, dances, songs, attire, folk tales, proverbs, ceremonies, crafts (2 marks).

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Traditional foods are often prepared during ceremonies. Which of these is a traditional way of preserving food?

    A. Sealing in plastic tins

    B. Keeping in a fridge

    C. Drying in the sun

    D. Storing in a freezer

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12. Question 12

    5 marks

    During a school cultural day, pupils show different aspects of their culture.

    (a) Name two traditional foods eaten in Kenya.

    (b) Give two reasons why cultural days are important.

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    Marking scheme

    (a) Any two: ugali, githeri, mukimo, mursik, chapati, sukuma wiki, roasted meat (2 marks, 1 each). (b) Any two reasons (3 marks): preserve culture, teach the young, promote unity, celebrate identity, appreciate other communities.

13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Ugali, githeri and mursik are examples of which aspect of traditional culture?

    A. Traditional games

    B. Traditional songs

    C. Traditional foods

    D. Traditional dances

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14. Question 14

    5 marks

    Grandparents often teach children through folk tales and proverbs.

    (a) Give one lesson that folk tales can teach.

    (b) Explain two ways young people can help keep traditional culture alive.

    (5 marks)

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    (a) Any one: honesty, hard work, obedience, kindness, respect, wisdom (1 mark). (b) Any two (4 marks): learn and perform songs/dances, listen to elders, wear traditional attire on cultural days, cook traditional foods, teach others, record the stories.

15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Which of the following is a traditional musical instrument used in many Kenyan communities?

    A. Television

    B. Drum

    C. Radio

    D. Computer

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