Communication in Eastern Africa

12 Grade 6 Social Studies questions on Communication in Eastern Africa, with worked marking schemes. 12 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   4 marks

   Modern communication has both good and bad effects.

   (a) State two advantages of modern communication in Eastern Africa.

   (b) State two disadvantages of modern communication.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) Any two advantages (1 mk each): information passed quickly over long distances; promotes trade and business; helps in learning/education; keeps people connected; helps in emergencies. (b) Any two disadvantages (1 mk each): spread of false/fake news; cyber-bullying and fraud; exposure to harmful content; can be costly; reduces face-to-face interaction.

2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Communication is the passing of information from one person to another. Which of the following is a MODERN means of communication?

   A. Beating drums

   B. Blowing horns

   C. Sending a text message on a mobile phone

   D. Lighting fires as signals

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Achieng wanted to send a letter and a parcel to her cousin in another town. Which service would she MOST likely use?

   A. Newspaper

   B. Postal (post office) services

   C. Television

   D. Radio broadcasting

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4. Question 4

   4 marks

   Communication has greatly improved in Eastern Africa.

   (a) Distinguish between traditional and modern means of communication.

   (b) Give two examples of modern means of communication.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) Traditional means used simple methods such as drums, horns and messengers to pass information over short distances, while modern means use electronic devices such as phones and the internet to pass information quickly over long distances (2 mks for a clear distinction). (b) Any two modern means (1 mk each): mobile phone; television; radio; internet/e-mail; newspaper.

5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Which one of the following is a form of telecommunication?

   A. Drawing a picture

   B. Beating drums

   C. Reading a book

   D. Telephone calls

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Modern communication such as mobile phones and the internet has changed life in Eastern Africa. Which one of the following is a benefit of modern communication?

   A. It stops trade between countries

   B. Messages take many months to arrive

   C. People can only talk face to face

   D. Information is passed quickly over long distances

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   Long ago, communities in Eastern Africa passed messages over long distances without phones. Which of the following is a TRADITIONAL means of communication?

   A. Posting on social media

   B. Sending an e-mail

   C. Beating drums

   D. Using the internet

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8. Question 8

   6 marks

   Explain three ways in which improved communication has promoted development in Eastern Africa.

   (6 marks)

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   Any three explained points (2 mks each): traders can order goods and do business quickly (e.g. mobile money); people access education and information easily; emergencies and disasters are reported and responded to fast; governments and organisations coordinate services efficiently; it links the countries of the region for cooperation and unity. Max 6.

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Which one of the following print media is used to communicate news to the public?

   A. Drum beats

   B. Smoke signals

   C. Mobile phone calls

   D. Newspapers

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    The internet can be misused in harmful ways. Which of the following is a DISADVANTAGE of modern communication?

    A. Easy access to learning materials

    B. Fast passing of messages

    C. Spreading of false information and cyber-bullying

    D. Cheap communication over long distances

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11. Question 11

    4 marks

    Long ago, communities in Eastern Africa used traditional methods to pass messages.

    (a) Name three traditional means of communication.

    (b) State one weakness of traditional means of communication.

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Which one of the following is an example of mass communication that reaches many people at the same time?

    A. A radio broadcast

    B. A drum beat in a village

    C. A private letter

    D. A whisper to a friend

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