CSEC Social Studies Paper 2 May/June 2014 - Free CXC Past Paper with Answers

Before a bill finally becomes a law, it has to pass through various stages.

Study the information in Table 1 below and then answer the questions which follow.

TABLE 1: DOMESTIC FOOD CROP PRODUCTION FOR COUNTRY Y

Regional Integration: The Experiences of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS)

Write an essay on the above topic. Begin your essay by stating TWO objectives of the OECS. Next, describe TWO similarities that promote cooperation among the member countries of the OECS. Give ONE reason difficulties may arise in putting integration among OECS member countries. Suggest, giving full details, THREE strategies that OECS Heads of Government may use to educate citizens about the benefits of cooperation among the countries. Explain fully why EACH strategy is likely to be successful.

Caribbean Integration: A Response to Trade Liberalization and Globalization

As Minister of Trade, you have been invited to address a group of businessmen and businesswomen on the above topic. In your address, define the terms 'globalization' and 'trade liberalization'. Then, state TWO difficulties Caribbean states experience in gaining access to the markets of developed countries. Suggest, giving full details, THREE actions the business community may take to encourage the producers of goods and services, regionally, to support the integration process. Explain fully why EACH action is likely to be successful.

COMMUNICATION

Ownership of the Mass Media in the Caribbean

Write an essay on the above topic. In your essay define the term 'mass media' and identify TWO forms of ownership of the media in the Caribbean. Next, describe TWO ways in which ownership of the media influences the type of programmes broadcast. Suggest, giving full details, THREE measures the government may use to regulate the mass media. Explain fully why EACH measure is likely to be successful.

CONSUMER AFFAIRS

Savings: The Key to Sustainable Economic Development

You are asked to address a group of graduating business education students on the above topic. Begin your address by defining the term 'savings' and then give ONE traditional form of savings. Next, state TWO reasons why people save and explain TWO ways in which the savings of citizens contribute to the sustainable development of their country. Suggest, giving full details, THREE strategies which financial institutions may use to encourage young people to save. Explain fully why EACH strategy is likely to be successful.

TOURISM

Developing Tourism in the Caribbean: Preserving the Beauty of Destinations

Write an essay on the above topic. Begin your essay by stating TWO factors that make it possible for potential tourists to travel to Caribbean destinations. Then, state TWO ways in which the attractions in a Caribbean destination are marketed. Give TWO reasons most Caribbean governments engage in the development of tourism. Suggest, giving full details, THREE strategies the Ministry of Tourism in a tourism-oriented Caribbean country can use to preserve the beauty of that destination. Explain fully why EACH strategy is likely to be successful.