The following were some of the weaknesses noticeable in the candidates’ scripts:
1. insufficient knowledge of the Bible and prescribed texts
Candidates demonstrated lack of understanding of the Bible as well as the prescribed texts and this was an obvious fallout of inadequate preparation for the examination.
2. Inadequate and inappropriate responses to questions
Many candidates responded inadequately to the demands of the questions by giving inadequate answers to questions. An example of this was in Question 5 on the encounter of Jesus with Matthew. In responding to this, many candidates went as far back as when the sons of Zebedee were called to discipleship and ended where Jesus saw Matthew at his tax table without narrating what happened from there. In like manner, some candidates failed to understand the demands of questions and such candidates strayed away from the essence of the questions.
SUGGESTED REMEDIES
The following are some of the actions necessary in tackling the identified weaknesses:
(1) Improved Knowledge of the Bible and Prescribed Texts
Candidates should prepare adequately for the examination by making efforts to comprehend the Bible and the prescribed texts sufficiently. They should also make use of past WASSCE questions in preparing for the examination.
(2) Improved understanding of English Language
Candidates should make effort on improving their understanding and use of the English Language. This will enable them to comprehend the requirements of questions, as it will also facilitate logical expression and coherent presentation of points. They can approach this by devoting quality time to reading books, novels, journals, etc.
