Peaceful Coexistence

11 Grade 7 Social Studies questions on Peaceful Coexistence, with worked marking schemes. 11 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Two neighbouring communities in a Kenyan county have a long-standing dispute over a shared grazing area. Which approach BEST promotes peaceful coexistence between them?

   A. Arming the youth of both communities

   B. Each community fencing off the whole area secretly

   C. Holding dialogue and sharing the resource through agreed rules

   D. Ignoring the dispute completely

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   A community elder helps two quarrelling families to talk, forgive each other and agree on a solution. This method of resolving conflict is known as:

   A. Intimidation

   B. Discrimination

   C. Retaliation

   D. Mediation

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3. Question 3

   4 marks

   Define the term 'peaceful coexistence' and give two examples of activities that promote it among different communities in Kenya.

   (4 marks)

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   Definition (2 marks): peaceful coexistence is the living together of people of different backgrounds (ethnic, religious, cultural) in harmony, tolerance and mutual respect without conflict. Examples (1 mark each, max 2): inter-community sports/cultural festivals; joint development projects; inter-faith prayers/dialogue; intermarriage; sharing resources such as water and grazing land peacefully; peace caravans/barazas. Accept valid examples.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Which one of the following values is MOST important for promoting peaceful coexistence in a diverse society?

   A. Tolerance and respect for others' differences

   B. Pride in only one's own community

   C. Refusing to share public resources

   D. Competition that excludes others

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5. Question 5

   6 marks

   Explain three benefits that a country enjoys when its people live in peaceful coexistence.

   (6 marks)

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   2 marks each (max 6): development takes place because resources are used for progress not conflict; security and safety of people and property; growth of trade/investment and tourism; national unity and cohesion; better delivery of services; people of different communities cooperate and share ideas. Accept any three well-explained benefits.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   In a school with learners from many ethnic backgrounds, the best way to build peaceful coexistence is to:

   A. Separate learners according to their communities

   B. Discourage learners from forming friendships

   C. Encourage learners to appreciate one another's cultures

   D. Allow only one language to be spoken

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   Which of the following best promotes peaceful coexistence among different communities in Kenya?

   A. Spreading rumours about others

   B. Respecting one another's culture and beliefs

   C. Refusing to share resources

   D. Discriminating against minorities

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8. Question 8

   4 marks

   Identify four ways through which learners can promote peaceful coexistence in their school.

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9. Question 9

   6 marks

   A scenario: members of two communities sharing a market frequently fight over stalls. (a) Suggest two causes of such conflicts. (2 marks) (b) Recommend two strategies the market committee can use to restore peaceful coexistence. (4 marks)

   (6 marks)

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   (a) 1 mark each (max 2): competition for limited stalls/space; ethnic suspicion/discrimination; unfair allocation of stalls; rumours/hate speech; poor leadership. (b) 2 marks each (max 4): establish fair rules for allocating stalls and apply them equally; hold dialogue/mediation meetings between the groups; form a mixed committee representing both communities; sensitise traders on tolerance and unity; set up a complaints/conflict-resolution mechanism. Accept valid strategies.

10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Which of the following is the best example of promoting peaceful coexistence among different communities?

    A. Refusing to share resources with neighbours

    B. Respecting other people's cultures and beliefs

    C. Spreading rumours about other communities

    D. Forming groups that fight over boundaries

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Which of the following is a likely consequence of a lack of peaceful coexistence in a community?

    A. Improved unity among residents

    B. Better delivery of services

    C. Increased trade and investment

    D. Destruction of property and displacement of people

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