Historic Built Environments

10 Grade 6 Social Studies questions on Historic Built Environments, with worked marking schemes. 10 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Which one of the following is the MAIN reason why historic built environments should be conserved?

   A. To provide areas for grazing animals

   B. To create farming land

   C. To increase pollution in towns

   D. To preserve our history and heritage for future generations

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The ruins of an ancient Swahili town are found near Malindi at the Kenyan coast. These historic ruins are known as the:

   A. Kilwa Ruins

   B. Bagamoyo Ruins

   C. Lamu Ruins

   D. Gedi Ruins

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Historic built environments are places that were constructed long ago and are of great importance today. Which of the following is a historic built environment found at the Kenyan coast?

   A. Kenyatta Conference Centre

   B. Nyayo House

   C. Bomas of Kenya

   D. Fort Jesus

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Fort Jesus in Mombasa was built by early visitors to the East African coast. Who built Fort Jesus?

   A. The British

   B. The Arabs

   C. The Germans

   D. The Portuguese

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Fort Jesus and Gedi Ruins today mainly contribute to the economy of Kenya by:

   A. Producing minerals for export

   B. Providing land for building factories

   C. Supplying water for irrigation

   D. Attracting tourists who bring income

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6. Question 6

   4 marks

   Some historic built environments in Eastern Africa are in danger of being destroyed.

   (a) State two problems that threaten these historic sites.

   (b) Suggest two ways in which the government can conserve them.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) Any two threats (1 mk each): vandalism/looting of artefacts; weathering and decay due to age/weather; encroachment by settlement or farming; theft; poor maintenance; effects of erosion. (b) Any two conservation measures (1 mk each): fencing and guarding the sites; declaring them protected national monuments; repairing/renovating structures; creating awareness/civic education; charging entry fees to fund maintenance.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   Which one of the following historic sites in Eastern Africa is famous for its ancient rock-hewn (rock-cut) Christian churches?

   A. Olduvai Gorge

   B. Lalibela

   C. Kilwa

   D. Gedi Ruins

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8. Question 8

   6 marks

   Explain three ways in which historic built environments such as Fort Jesus and Lamu Old Town promote the development of Kenya.

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   Any three explained points (2 mks each): attract local and foreign tourists who earn the country foreign exchange; create employment for guides, hoteliers and curio traders; serve as centres for learning and research about our history; promote national pride and cultural identity; encourage growth of related businesses and infrastructure. Max 6.

9. Question 9

   4 marks

   Historic built environments are of great value to our country.

   (a) State two examples of historic built environments found in Eastern Africa.

   (b) Give two ways in which such sites benefit the local community.

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A pupil visited a historic town on the Kenyan coast known for its narrow streets, carved doors and old Swahili houses, and is now a World Heritage Site. Which town did the pupil visit?

    A. Kisumu Town

    B. Lamu Old Town

    C. Eldoret Town

    D. Nakuru Town

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