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DEPUTY DIRECTOR (DD) QUIZ BASED ON 2024 APTITUDE TEST PAST QUESTION.

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The process through which trees absorb carbon dioxide and oxygen to aid breathing is known as………..

A. Purification

B. Photosynthesis

C. Oxidation

D. Foliage

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When was the Ghana Education Service established ………

A. 1957

B. 1958

C. 1962

D. 1974

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The Act number assigned to Ghana’s Education Regulatory bodies is …………

A. 1023

B. 1024

C. 744

D. 545

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The Ghana Education Service (GES) Council is composed of…………………… members?

A. 12

B. 10

C. 14

D. 15

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In Ghana. Teachers must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education to teach at the primary level

A. True

B. False

6 / 49

Inclusivity should be limited to extracurricular activities, not academic subjects

A. True

B. False

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The Geographical classification of filing files is arranged in …………….

A. Number

B. Location

C. Letter

D. Content

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Ghana’s Education Strategic Plan (ESP) 2018- 2030 was built on Access and Equity, Quality, Relevance, Efficiency, and Effectiveness, and was based on…

A. Sustainability

B. Dependability

C. Collaboration

D. Accountability

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Time management is not a critical skill for professionals working in an office setting. What is critical is personal development and motivation

A. True

B. False

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The Ghanaian education system has recently been heavily influenced by Western educational models and philosophies, such as the Latin American models

A. True

B. False

11 / 49

Proactive classroom management strategies focus on preventing behaviour problems rather than reacting to them.

A. True

B. False

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Proactive classroom management strategies focus on preventing behaviour problems rather than reacting to them

A. True

B. False

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The Ghana Education Service is separate from the Ministry of Education and is responsible for implementing educational policies and programs

A. True

B. False

14 / 49

….………… involves taking responsibility for an individual’s own actions, making sure that they have been asked to perform, and always putting the interest and needs of the individuals they are supporting first.

A. Supervision and instruction

B. Equity and equality

C. Assessment and supervision

D. Accountability and quality

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Which of the following is an example of a preventive classroom management strategy?

A. Ignoring disruptive behaviour in the classroom

B. Establishing a classroom routine and schedule

C. Sending a student to the principal’s office for misbehaviour

D. Implementing harsh consequences for infractions

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Which of the following is an example of proactive classroom management?

A. Ignoring disruptive behaviour

B. Implementing a behaviour plan based on students’ individual needs

C. Reacting impulsively to student misbehaviour

D. Waiting until a behaviour problem arises before addressing it

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Current theories of classroom management see the teacher as a ………………

A. Dictator

B. Director

C. Guide

D. Leader

18 / 49

Restorative justice practices in schools focus on punishment and exclusion of student who misbehave

A. True

B. False

19 / 49

How many directorates does Ghana’s Ministry of Education have?

A. 6

B. 7

C. 8

D. 9

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Which one of the following is not a classification of filing FILES?

A. Systematic classification

B. Numerical classification

C. Chronological classification

D. Alphabetical classification

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Standardized tests are used to ………
I. Evaluate a learner’s understanding and knowledge
II. Evaluate admissions potential for a learner
III. Assess language and technical skills proficiency
IV. Assess aptitude for a career in the armed forces

A. I, II, III and IV

B. I, II and III

C. I and IV

D. I and III

22 / 49

The Ghana Ministry of Education primarily focuses on higher Education institutions such as universities and colleges of education

A. True

B. False

23 / 49

The Ghana Ministry of Education oversees all levels of education in the country

A. True

B. False

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Which of the following is an example of a restorative practice in classroom management?

A. . Discussing the impact of a student’s behaviour with class

B. Ignoring disruptive behaviour in the classroom

C. Implementing harsh consequences for infractions

D. Suspending a student for fighting with a peer

25 / 49

Which of the following statements best illustrates an adaptive way of teaching a lesson?

A. The teacher uses multiple ways of presentation

B. The teacher always uses games to introduce the lesson.

C. Only summative assessment is used to assess the least number of learners

D. All learners are allowed to participate in the lesson

26 / 49

How many ranks do we have in the GES (Ghana Education Service)?

A. 6

B. 8

C. 12

D. 13

27 / 49

What is the legal age range for Students in Junior High School in Ghana?

A. 12 – 14

B. 14 – 17

C. 16 – 14

D. 6 – 14

28 / 49

Which one of the following is not classified as one of the anti-social elements of societies in contemporary terms?

A. Pickpocketing

B. Mental illness

C. Drug sniffing

D. Child prostitution

29 / 49

Per the Ghana Education Service Regulatory Bodies Act 2020, how many bodies does the Ministry of Education have?

A. 7

B. 6

C. 5

D. 4

30 / 49

Which of the following is not a core subject in the Ghanaian Education Curriculum?

A. Mathematics

B. Physical Education

C. Science

D. Social Studies

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The Education Regulatory Bodies Act 2020 (Act 1023) established the National Schools Inspectorate Authority with three (3) main responsibilities. Which one of the following is not among these responsibilities?

A. Develop School Curriculum

B. Enforce School Standards

C. Evaluate Schools

D. Inspect Schools

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Which of the following is an example of a positive reinforcement strategy in classroom management?

A. Giving a student a sticker for completing their work on time

B. Ignoring minor disruptive behaviour in the classroom

C. Taking away recess time for misbehaviour

D. Yelling at a student for talking out of turn.

33 / 49

The call for a universal learning design and friendly environment for Ghana’s Education system can be likened to ……

A. Child protection

B. Lifelong learning

C. Inclusive education

D. The free SHS policy

34 / 49

The Ghana Education Service recruits and trains teachers in all public schools

A. True

B. False

35 / 49

The main function of an educational system is …………

A. Mold aspiration

B. Mold character

C. Mold desires

D. Mold society

36 / 49

According to the Choice Theory, the teacher’s attitude towards learning is motivated by…………

A. Belongingness, power, freedom and fun

B. Love, power, fun and observation

C. Power, intelligence, skills and observation

D. Skills, knowledge, duty and love

37 / 49

The main goal of a school education is to develop…………

A. Knowledge, relationship and skills

B. Needs, behaviour and skills

C. Skills, attitude and knowledge

D. Skills, behaviour and attitude

38 / 49

A teacher’s ability to effectively manage a classroom is largely determined by their personality traits and cannot be developed through training and professional development

A. True

B. False

39 / 49

The Ghana Ministry of Education is responsible for providing financial assistance to needy students through scholarship programs

A. True

B. False

40 / 49

Digital literacy is only important for students pursuing careers in technology.

A. True

B. False

41 / 49

Effective classroom management only addresses negative behaviour and consequences of the problem

A. True

B. False

42 / 49

All the following are role expectations of teacher associations, except

A. Control of the behaviour of the members

B. Organize in-service training

C. Participate in member activities

D. Seek the interest of management

43 / 49

The Ghana Education Service is responsible for developing and implementing the pre-tertiary school curriculum in Ghana

A. True

B. False

44 / 49

Which of the following is NOT effective in managing a classroom at the foundational level?

A. Let learners help in establishing classroom rules

B. Model acceptable behaviour

C. Praise good behaviour

D. Punish the whole class when they misbehave

45 / 49

The tenure of office of members of the GES Council is …………

A. Five years

B. Four years

C. Three years

D. Two years

46 / 49

Which of the following in Ghana has the objectives of equitable educational opportunity and the prioritization of the disadvantaged in the society …………..

A. Disability law

B. Inclusive Education System

C. Right to Education

D. Special Education Provision

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A school head is about to take leadership of a low-performing school. One of the school head’s first goals will be to evaluate teacher quality in the school. The school head can best begin the process by ………………

A. Arranging to observe lessons

B. Comparing students' grades in each subject area across classrooms

C. Having each teacher complete a teaching self-evaluation

D. Interviewing each teacher about his or her teaching practices

48 / 49

Initial letters written in formal language to communicate a solution or answer are referred to as ……………

A. Minutes

B. Memos

C. Invoice

D. Correspondence

49 / 49

Sector ministries are required by law to establish a Ministerial Advisory Board to advise the Ministry on various relevant issues. Which of the following is NOT required to be on the Advisory Board of Ghana’s Ministry of Education?

A. Chairman of the Ghana Education Service (GES) Council

B. Director General of Ghana Tertiary Education Commission

C. Director General of Ghana Education Service

D. Representative of the Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition

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