Language Groups in Eastern Africa

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

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   The Amhara and Tigre communities, who live mainly in Ethiopia and Eritrea, belong to which language group?

   A. Southern Cushites

   B. Bantu

   C. Plain Nilotes

   D. Semites

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2. Question 2

   4 marks

   Explain two reasons why it is important for a Grade 6 learner to know about the different language groups in Eastern Africa.

   (4 marks)

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   Any two x 2 marks. To appreciate/respect other people's cultures (1) and live in harmony with them (1); to understand our shared history and origins (1) which builds national unity (1); to promote peaceful co-existence and reduce discrimination (1) because we value diversity (1). Accept other valid points.

3. Question 3

   6 marks

   The Nilotes of Eastern Africa are divided into three sub-groups. Name the three sub-groups and give one community found in each.

   (6 marks)

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   3 sub-groups x 2 marks (1 name + 1 example). River-Lake Nilotes - Luo (1+1); Plain Nilotes - Maasai/Turkana/Samburu (1+1); Highland Nilotes - Kalenjin/Nandi/Kipsigis (1+1).

4. Question 4

   4 marks

   Give two ways in which the different language groups in Eastern Africa can promote peaceful living among themselves.

   (4 marks)

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   Any two x 2 marks. Respecting one another's culture/language (1) so that no community feels looked down upon (1); intermarriage and trade between communities (1) which builds friendship (1); sharing national activities/using a common language like Kiswahili (1) to ease communication (1); settling disputes through dialogue (1). Accept other valid points.

5. Question 5

   3 marks

   (a) Name the language group to which the Ganda of Uganda belong.

   (b) State two economic activities traditionally carried out by the Bantu.

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The Somali, Borana and Rendille communities of Eastern Africa belong to which language group?

   A. Nilotes

   B. Cushites

   C. Bantu

   D. Semites

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   The people of Eastern Africa are grouped mainly according to the languages they speak. Which of the following is one of the MAIN language groups?

   A. The Farmers

   B. The Highlanders

   C. The Nomads

   D. The Bantu

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   The Maasai, Turkana and Samburu communities are grouped under the Nilotes. To which sub-group of Nilotes do they belong?

   A. Plain Nilotes

   B. Coastal Nilotes

   C. River-Lake Nilotes

   D. Highland Nilotes

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   The Luo community, who traditionally lived near Lake Victoria and practised fishing, belong to which sub-group of the Nilotes?

   A. River-Lake Nilotes

   B. Plain Nilotes

   C. Highland Nilotes

   D. Eastern Cushites

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    The Kalenjin community, which includes the Nandi and Kipsigis, belongs to which sub-group of the Nilotes?

    A. Western Bantu

    B. Highland Nilotes

    C. River-Lake Nilotes

    D. Plain Nilotes

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    The Kikuyu, Luhya, Kamba and Chagga communities all belong to which language group?

    A. Semites

    B. Eastern Cushites

    C. River-Lake Nilotes

    D. Bantu

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12. Question 12

    4 marks

    Name the four main language groups found in Eastern Africa.

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