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Grade 6 GLAT Review Social Studies
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1
Which citizens of the Bahamas are not allowed to vote?
mentally ill and prisoners
people who are sick and drunk
2
The Switzerland is divided into THREE areas. The Jura Mountains- North, The Central Plains, the Alps - South
False
True
3
Is Australia a continent or an island?
island
none
continent
both
4
What type of government has a President as its leader? Name one such country.
Monarchy and United Kingdom
Republic and United States
Democracy and Bahamas
5
Who is the present Prime Minister of the Bahamas?
Hon. Sir Lynden Oscar Pindling
Hon. Hubert Ingraham
Hon. Perry Christie
Hon. Hubert Minnis
6
When was the first meeting of Parliament in the first House of Assembly?
September 23, 1729
September 29, 1979
September 29, 1729
7
What is the symbol of Authority in The House of Assembly?
mace
peace
hammer
perfume
8
The black in the Bahamian flag represents the strength/unity of the majority of the people.
True
False
9
Which Governor General promoted One Bahamas Celebrations?
Dame Ivy Dumont
Sir Orville Turnquest
Sir Cornelius Smith
10
Australia is located in the Northern hemisphere and lies between the Atlantic and Indian Ocean
False
True
11
Which imaginary line of latitude passes through Australia?
Prime Meridian
Tropic of Capricorn
Equator
Tropic of Cancer
12
When is Commonwealth Day celebrated in The Bahamas
the 2nd Monday in March
the 2nd Monday
the 2nd Tuesday in March
13
What is the highest point in Switzerland?
Mt. Blanc
Mt. Vernon
Mt. Fitzwilliam
14
The fohn is a cold wind that blows from the south.
True
False
15
What is the capital city of Brazil?
Berne
Rio de Janeiro
Brasillia
Tokyo
16
What is the name of the present Governor General
Hon Hubert Minnis
Hon Cornelius A. Smith
Hon Jeffrey Lloyd
Sir Gerald Cash
17
On which continent is Brazil located?
Africa
South America
North America
Australia
18
How often is a General Election held in the Bahamas?
every 6 years
every 5 years
every 5 months
every decade
19
A landlocked country is a country with a coastline.
False
True
20
What is the name of the National Anthem of the Bahamas?
National Anthem
March On Bahama Land
March On
21
Which court would someone under 18 attend if a crime was committed?
Magistrate's Court
Court of Appeal
Juvenile Court
Supreme Court
22
Name TWO items that Japanese believes will drive away evil spirits.
rice wine and potatoes
carp and rice cake
23
Which was the first country to become independent in the West Indies?
Dominican Republic
Haiti
Puerto Rico
24
When did the Bahamas become an independent nation?
July 10 1973
July 9 1973
July 10 1793
July 10 1937
25
Switzerland has a policy of neutrality. Explain the term "neutrality".
This means that in any war or conflict, the country take sides.
This means that in any war or conflict, the country does not take sides.
26
The Hon. Hubert A. Minnis is the Governor General of the Bahamas
True
False
27
Give the name of the hill on which Government House is situated?
Mount Royal
Blue Hill
Mount Fitzwilliam
Fox Hill
28
“Forward, Inward, Onward, Together” is the motto of the Bahamas
False
True
29
John Colebrooke was the first Speaker in the House of Assembly.
True
False
30
What is percentage of Switzerland is covered with The Alps?
62%
65%
60%
61%
31
What title was given to persons who were former Commissioners in the Family Islands?
Family Island Commissioners
Family Island Association
Family Island Administrators
32
Who holds the highest position in the Bahamas?
The Queen
idk
Prime Minister
The Governor General
33
Name TWO products that the Bahamas imports from Switzerland.
cars and cheese
cheese and watches
televisions and watches
34
Who keeps law and order in The House of Assembly?
Speaker
Cabinet Members
Prime Minister
35
Give the name of our first Bahamian female Governor General.
Cynthia Mother Pratt
Janet Bostwick
Dame Ivy Dumont
36
Which three islands formed the FIRST House of Assembly?
Andros, New Providence and Exuma
New Providence, Eleuthera and Harbour Island
New Providence, Eleuthera and Acklins
37
What is the largest city in Brazil?
Rio de Janeiro
Tokyo
Abaco
Berne
38
The first Bahamian Governor General is the late Sir Milo Butler
True
False
39
What is a carp?
A carp is a fish which is a symbol of evil spirits in Japan.
A carp is a fish which is a symbol of energy and power in Japan.
A carp is a fish which is a symbol of happiness in Japan.
40
Rice wine and iris flower are TWO items that represent courage and strength in Japan.
False
True
41
Which government agency generates the greatest amount of money for The Bahamas?
Atlantis
Bahamas Customs
Bahamas Air
42
Which country is considered to be about the same size of Australia?
Bahamas
Africa
United States of America
43
What are two responsibilities of any government?
to arrest criminals and to make sure citizens are safe.
to keep law and order and to make decisions progresses the country.
44
Aspect is the direction towards which a slope faces.
True
False
45
Sir Lynden Oscar Pindling, threw the Mace out of The House of Assembly's window. What is this date recorded as ?
Easter Monday
Whit Monday
Labour Day
Black Tuesday
46
Who is the queen's representative in The Bahamas?
The Members of Parliament
The Governor General
The Prime Minister
47
Who is the present Minister of Education?
Hon. Desmond Bannister
Hon. Jerome Fritzgerald
Hon. Hubert Minnis
Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd
48
What is the name of the dress worn by the Japanese during special occasions?
formalwear
kimono
androsian
49
An Ambassador is an official representative of another country.
True
False
50
What is Brazils greatest export?
coffee
watches
crops
jewelry
51
TWO countries that are ruled by a Monarchy government are Denmark and _____________________________.
America
United Kingdom
Cuba
The Bahamas
52
A special sash that Japanese wear around the waist is called an obi.
True
False
53
When does the official hurricane season begin and end in the Bahamas?
JUNE 1st TO NOVEMBER 30th
JUNE 30th TO NOVEMBER 1st
54
On which continent is Switzerland is located?
Australia
Europe
South America
North America
55
In the Japanese culture, what does the rice cake represent?
happiness
good fortune
evil spirits
56
What is the title for the leader/chairperson of the Senate?
President
Cabinet Minister
Senator
Speaker
57
What is Government's income called?
Revenue
Tourism
Outcome
Income
58
Common Law is written down and Statue Law is unwritten.
True
False
59
In the Japanese culture, what does the seaweed represent?
good fortune
happiness
evil spirits
60
Members of Parliament meet to discuss the nation's business and pass laws.
True
False
61
What is mochi?
Mochi is a special pie made from rice that is harvested early.
Mochi is a special cake made from rice that is harvested early.
Mochi is a special pizza made from rice that is harvested early.
Mochi is a special drink made from rice that is harvested early.
62
What is the meaning of CARIFTA?
Car Trade Administration
Caribbean Free Trade Association
Central Association Reliant Industry for Trade Administration
63
Which natural disaster is considered the responsible for the land form of Japan?
tornado
hurricane
volcanic eruption
64
Name THREE Japanese goods that are sold in The Bahamas.
food, computer, water
food, water, radio
cars, television, watches
65
Through which two islands of the Bahamas does the Tropic of Cancer pass?
New Providence and Andros
Exuma and Long Island
Abaco and Eleuthera
66
The document that sets out how our country should be governed and protects a person's rights and freedom is called____.
The Propaganda
The Guardian
The Constitution
The Construction
67
In order to vote a person must be 16 years old, must be Bahamian Citizen, have a sound mind, and no criminal record.
False
True
68
How are members chosen for The House of Assembly?
chosen by the Prime Minister
Elected by the people
Volunteered by themselves
chosen by the Governor General
69
When someone applies for citizenship, the notice is published in the ________.
on the news
whatsapp
Facebook page
newspaper
70
The House of Assembly is located at Government House.
False
True
