BECE 2026 Religious and Moral Education (RME) Past Questions and Answers

Paper 1: Objectives

1. During classroom activities, several behaviours were noticed. Which of these behaviours showed lack of good manners?
   1. A. Interrupting someone while they are speaking
   2. B. Greeting teachers politely when they arrive
   3. C. Saying please and thank you when requesting for help
   4. D. Waiting patiently for your turn during a discussion
   Answer: A
2. Which of the following is the best way a student can use leisure?
   1. A. Attend extra classes
   2. B. Attend church services
   3. C. Acquire new skills
   4. D. Perform house chores
   Answer: C
3. Which of these drugs is commonly abused by individuals?
   1. A. Heroin
   2. B. Caffeine
   3. C. Ibuprofen
   4. D. Paracetamol
   Answer: A
4. Communities celebrate festivals for many reasons. Which one of these does not align with the reason for which your community celebrates its festivals?
   1. A. Giving thanks to the gods for favours received
   2. B. Comparing the achievements of the living and the dead
   3. C. Planning for developmental projects in the community
   4. D. Promoting family and community reunion
   Answer: B
5. During a school festival, students from different religions were tasked to plan a presentation. Which approach would best demonstrate religious tolerance in this case?
   1. A. Assigning mixed religion groups to encourage collaboration
   2. B. Allowing students to form their own groups
   3. C. Letting only students of one religion lead the festival
   4. D. Separating students strictly by religion for all activities
   Answer: A
6. In order to promote peaceful co-existence among members of different religions, there is the need to
   1. A. help spread other's beliefs
   2. B. report activities of other religions to your religious authority
   3. C. be tolerant of each other's beliefs
   4. D. bear witness of your beliefs to other people
   Answer: C
7. Kwame took his friend's pen without asking and later realized that what he did was wrong. What should he do as the first step if he wants to make things right?
   1. A. Admit that he was wrong
   2. B. Ask his teacher to punish him
   3. C. Buy a new pen for his friend
   4. D. Promise his friend he would never repeat his mistake
   Answer: A
8. A parent wants to give their new born baby a name. What factor should they consider the most important?
   1. A. Date of the baby's birth
   2. B. Age of the baby
   3. C. Their tribe as parents
   4. D. The place of birth of the baby
   Answer: C
9. Fatima wants to learn how Prophet Muhammed (SAW) prayed and behaved in his daily life. Which source should she study?
   1. A. Hadith
   2. B. Fiqh
   3. C. Sunnah
   4. D. Qur'an
   Answer: C
10. Which of the following traditional leaders saved his people from the hands of a wicked king?
    1. A. Okomfo Anokye
    2. B. Egya Ahor
    3. C. Togbe Tsali
    4. D. Toha Zie
    Answer: C

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11. What quality did Joseph display when he welcomed his brothers after many years?
    1. A. Forgiveness
    2. B. Courage
    3. C. Generosity
    4. D. Wisdom
12. A teacher explains that God's titles help people to understand who He is. Which of these actions shows how this knowledge can be applied?
    1. A. Praying and glorifying God
    2. B. Following traditions carefully
    3. C. Respecting God and helping others
    4. D. Using it to guide decisions
13. Which of these actions best reflects Yaa Asantewaa's leadership qualities?
    1. A. Leading a group to challenge unfair treatment collectively
    2. B. Helping individuals to navigate difficulties on their own
    3. C. Suggesting improvements without coordinating with others
    4. D. Writing about fairness and justice in a school publication
14. A friend wants to start a program to help the less privileged in his community. How can she apply Khadijah's example?
    1. A. Mentoring the children while supporting the programme
    2. B. Encouraging others to participate and contribute actively
    3. C. Offering both moral and material support to the initiative
    4. D. Organizing resources and planning the programme effectively
15. In a traditional society, certain rules are made to control the behaviour of members. Which of the following best describe these prohibitions?
    1. A. Rules that are meant for only visitors
    2. B. Ideas that are meant for only leaders
    3. C. Rules that stop people from doing wrong
    4. D. Suggestions for things people might like to do
16. Which of the following is believed to be the most important part of performing Muslim prayer (Salat)?
    1. A. Tarawih
    2. B. Ruku
    3. C. Taslim
    4. D. Wudu
17. Which of the following explanations best justifies the fact that low self-esteem can lead to drug abuse?
    1. A. can increase vulnerability to negative influences
    2. B. causes unavoidable addiction
    3. C. immediately results in criminal activities
    4. D. prevents student from socializing entirely
18. The family system in every society is functional in the following ways except
    1. A. procreation
    2. B. institution of reward system
    3. C. provision of basic needs
    4. D. socialization
19. Mr Ansah pays part of his salary into a fund every month. Which benefit is he most likely to gain making this contribution after retirement?
    1. A. Personal investment
    2. B. Educational funding
    3. C. Capital for business
    4. D. Financial security
20. The Bible teaches that God created the sun, moon and stars for specific purposes. Which of the following is not one of the purposes? To
    1. A. influence human decisions
    2. B. give light to the earth
    3. C. separate day from night
    4. D. serve as objects of human worship
21. Yaw was warned not to make noise during lessons but he ignored the warning. He was punished as a result. Why was this punishment necessary? It
    1. A. deterred others from doing same
    2. B. embarrassed him in front of others
    3. C. made the student fear the teacher
    4. D. showed that the teacher has authority
22. Which of these values can be inferred from the parable of the lost coin?
    1. A. Hard work always leads to prosperity
    2. B. Every individual has great worth
    3. C. Material possessions are more important than relationships
    4. D. Wealth should be carefully accumulated and protected
23. Abu is asked to give money to influence a clerk so he can get his results early but he refused. Which moral value is Abu demonstrating?
    1. A. Honesty
    2. B. Fairness
    3. C. Integrity
    4. D. Responsibility
24. The Ewe name for God 'Mawu' signifies His being mighty. Which of these actions best explains how this understanding can influence the way people relate to God?
    1. A. Participate in religious activities
    2. B. Approach God with reverence
    3. C. See God as distant
    4. D. Treat God with seriousness
25. At a traffic junction, motorists were entreated to obey the traffic police. Why is obeying authority important in this situation? It
    1. A. gives authority much power
    2. B. allows drivers more room to operate
    3. C. helps to ensure public safety
    4. D. stops people from driving at night
26. The following factors are causes of corruption in Ghana except
    1. A. excessive greed
    2. B. desire for popularity
    3. C. unhealthy competition
    4. D. suicidal tendencies
27. Ama always greets politely, listens attentively to classmates and waits patiently for her turn to speak. This behaviour best demonstrates
    1. A. integrity
    2. B. courtesy
    3. C. morality
    4. D. courage
28. Aku wants to buy a bag which is on top of her list, a pencil case and some snacks but her money is not enough to buy everything. What budgeting principle would she be practising if she decides to buy the bag?
    1. A. Prioritizing
    2. B. Planning
    3. C. Saving
    4. D. Reviewing
29. Kwame receives 50 cedis as allowance. He decides to keep it safely in his wallet instead of spending it immediately so that he can buy a school bag later. Which characteristic of money is being illustrated here?
    1. A. Medium of exchange
    2. B. Acceptability
    3. C. Unit of account
    4. D. Store of value
30. In which of the following ways does protecting forest reserves reflect human's responsibility to God's creation?
    1. A. Ensuring the survival of the biosphere
    2. B. Allowing unrestricted logging to support economic growth
    3. C. Providing space for recreational activities
    4. D. Replacing natural forest with commercial plantation
31. Mr and Mrs Akoto often disagree on how to spend money at home. Sometimes, the argument becomes toxic and it is beginning to break their marriage. Which of the following actions do you think can best help them to have a peaceful home?
    1. A. Avoiding discussion on money matters
    2. B. Allowing only one person to make decision on money
    3. C. Complaining to neighbours about the issue
    4. D. Sharing ideas and making decisions together
32. Kojo who is fourteen years old has become rebellious and arrogant towards his parents and peers. What may be the possible cause of his behaviour?
    1. A. being influenced by his peers
    2. B. being influenced by social media
    3. C. going through physical changes at puberty
    4. D. undergoing emotional changes at puberty
33. People enjoy religious songs for various reasons. Which of these best explains why these songs are meaningful to believers?
    1. A. help to fulfill their dreams
    2. B. connect them to their faith
    3. C. help them to put the world behind
    4. D. provide them with pleasure
34. Amina noticed that students in her school often felt hungry after class. She decided to start selling healthy snacks. Which entrepreneurial skill is Amina applying?
    1. A. Obedience to rules
    2. B. Financial management
    3. C. Opportunity identification
    4. D. Risk management
35. Your classmate, Yaw, is always the first to come to school. On days that he is not the first, he tries not to miss school. Which attitude to work is Yaw practising?
    1. A. Honesty
    2. B. Diligence
    3. C. Punctuality
    4. D. Responsibility
36. Which of the following is an advantage of the extended family over the nuclear family system? It
    1. A. ensures that all family members live in the same house
    2. B. allows family members to share responsibilities
    3. C. makes parents less responsible for their children
    4. D. prevents conflicts from happening in the family
37. A Muslim community wants to honour a deceased member, which of these actions would reflect their traditional practice?
    1. A. Performing ghusul
    2. B. Preventing public viewing
    3. C. Offering Janazah
    4. D. Sacrificing a ram
38. A school is having a challenge in deciding on an activity that would best reflect the key value of Idul-Adha. Which of these activities would you recommend?
    1. A. Preparing cultural display and traditional meals for celebration
    2. B. Inviting parents and community members to celebrate with students
    3. C. Organizing special prayers to mark the festival
    4. D. Organizing a seminar on obedience, sacrifice and generosity
39. According to the creation story, God separated the waters from the waters. What does this separation refer to?
    1. A. Day and night
    2. B. Animals and humans
    3. C. Lands and plants
    4. D. Sky and sea
40. During libation, why do the traditional worshippers address their prayers to the ancestor? Because ancestors are believed to be
    1. A. closer to the gods
    2. B. controllers of charm
    3. C. God's divinities
    4. D. very courageous

Paper 2: Theory

1. SECTION A (COMPULSORY)
   In a small village, people of different religious backgrounds lived peacefully, respected each other, joined in each other's festivals and helped one another. When Amani came to the village, he had troubles fitting in because he felt his religious beliefs were better than the others. As a member of the village, you became worried and decided to discuss with your friend in the next village.
   (a) Describe four actions or behaviours Amani is likely to exhibit because of his beliefs and which are likely to disrupt the peace of the village. (8 marks)
   (b) Explain four reasons for which Amani should reconsider his line of thought. (12 marks)
2. SECTION B
   Amina, a young woman, had dreams of finding a partner who shared her values and beliefs as a Muslim. She met Abu and after talking for some time, they started thinking of marriage. She shared her plans with you as a friend.
   (a) Explain four conditions they would have to meet if they want their Islamic marriage to be valid. (8 marks)
   (b) Outline two challenges they are likely to encounter as a couple. (4 marks)
   (c) Advise them on four key principles they would need to practice to sustain their marriage. (8 marks)
3. Akosua lived in a village surrounded by a beautiful forest. She later discovered that the forest had lost its glory. She wondered what happened and how the village could restore it.
   (a) Explain four activities that may have led to the destruction of the forest. (8 marks)
   (b) State two ways the village can restore the forest. (4 marks)
   (c) Highlight four reasons why the forest should be saved. (8 marks)
4. Nancy and her friends laughed at an old woman struggling with a basket. Later she felt guilty and reported to her father, who advised her to make amends.
   (a) Identify four unacceptable deeds among young people in society. (8 marks)
   (b) Explain four steps Nancy can take to make amends. (12 marks)
5. Kofi and Adamu observed rules guiding life in a community and wondered why people cannot live freely without rules.
   (a) Outline four rules and regulations in a community. (8 marks)
   (b) Advise them on four consequences of living without rules. (12 marks)

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