Religious and Moral Education 2024 - BECE

RME Paper 1

Question 1

Which of the following events made the 12th birthday of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) memorable?

Question 2

Which of the following is a common characteristic of the early life of many indigenous traditional leaders in Ghana?

Question 3

Which of these drugs is considered highly addictive and commonly abused?

Question 4

Which among the following attitudes can help foster positive relationship within the family system?

Question 5

Anything that is legally accepted for the exchange of goods and services is termed what?

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of naming ceremonies in many African societies?

Question 7

Which of the following is considered one of the primary benefits of effective time management?

Question 8

Which of the following is one key benefit of entrepreneurship that distinguishes it from traditional employment?

Question 9

Ali and Fatima, devoted Muslims, are preparing for their marriage ceremony. As they plan for the event, they reflected on the significance of various Islamic rites and traditions associated with marriage. Which rite holds the most significance to the would-be couple in Islamic marriage?

Question 10

What does the creation story in the Bible teach about how humans are unique and different from other creatures?

Question 11

During a community gathering, attendees engaged in a discussion about behaviours that demonstrated courtesy. Which of the following behaviours at the gathering would be considered most courteous?

Question 12

Which ritual most reflects the core value and cultural significance of Eid-ul-Adha to Muslims?

Question 13

Why is it important for a community to reward volunteers for the preservation of the environment?

Question 14

What is the main reason for which individuals in society should practice obedience to authority?

Question 15

As the newly appointed director of a multicultural community which is home to people from various religious backgrounds, there have been minor but increasing tensions among the groups due to religious differences. Which of these approaches would be the most effective in achieving your goal of fostering peaceful co-existence among community members?

Question 16

What would be considered the most appropriate and considerate appearance to an official event?

Question 17

A 45-year-old government employee has been contributing to a pension scheme through his employer. What benefit is the employee most likely to receive from the pension scheme when he retires in 15 years?

Question 18

A local mosque has been vandalised through offensive writings and the Muslim community is feeling targeted and fearful. Tensions between religious groups are rising with some individuals expressing opposition to the construction of a new mosque. What is the most likely reason for the religious intolerance and vandalism?

Question 19

What is the most effective way of reducing bribery and corruption among workers?

Question 20

Two family members who recently lost their jobs are going through significant anxiety over their lack of employment. Concerned loved ones are consoling them to have hope and trust that things will work out in time. What attribute are these persons expected to demonstrate in order to overcome their anxiety?

Question 21

Which of the following characteristics is least typical of religious songs?

Question 22

Which of these is the best representation of a positive attitude towards work?

Question 23

When Christians pray, 'Give us this day our daily bread,' the specific type of prayer being offered in this context is what?

Question 24

Which of the following moral teachings are common to the three major religions in Ghana? I. Compassion and charity towards the needy II. Honesty and truthfulness in all dealings III. Protection of the environment and natural resources IV. Respect for human life and dignity

Question 25

The Owusu family resides in a household where grandparents, parents and children live together and have common arrangements for food and shelter. They also share responsibilities and experiences. What will be an advantage of this situation to the Owusu family?

Question 26

What best describes the primary significance of the communal deer hunt during the Aboakyire festival?

Question 27

Which of the following is not included in the declaration of faith in Islam as a central tenet?

Question 28

A friend sought your advice on how to mend a broken relationship. What would you recommend as the initial step for reconciliation?

Question 29

How does God's creation reflect His wisdom and creativity?

Question 30

A 15-year-old JHS student has been using drugs regularly to cope with stress. The student has started experiencing difficulty concentrating, mood swings, etc. What is a likely effect of the drug addiction on the student?

Question 31

In a traditional African village, the community members gathered to mourn the death of an elderly person. The family of the deceased performed all the necessary funeral rites. What is the main purpose of the funeral rites that were performed by the family?

Question 32

Which of the following statements is true regarding cultural belief systems and their role in protecting the environment?

Question 33

The nature of God is expressed through His attributes. Identify which of these attributes of God cannot be demonstrated by humankind.

Question 34

Nancy was excited when her grandmother told her she would undergo a ceremony that will mark her transition to adulthood. Which of the following ceremonies is Nancy expected to undergo?

Question 35

In a religious class, the teacher emphasized one of the attributes of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as Al-Amin. The class was tasked to identify the significance of this attribute and its relevance to the Prophet's character and leadership. Which of the following will be the best response from the students?

Question 36

Maria, a marketing executive, has been working long hours for several months. She feels stressed and lacks creativity. A friend suggested she take a vacation. She adhered to the advice and returned from her vacation feeling refreshed. Which of the following benefits of leisure is most efficient in Maria's case?

Question 37

A group of Muslim travelers needed to pray but could not find water for ablution. What alternative practice would you recommend to purify them for prayers?

Question 38

What moral value is Yaa Asantewaa's leadership and actions most likely to inspire in others?

Question 39

Why were Khadijah's contributions to the life of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and the early development of Islam significant?

Question 40

What was the significance of Uthman Ibn Affan's standardization of the Quran?