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6. Demonstrating commitment to democratic values involves active participation in the democratic process. Voting in national elections is a fundamental civic duty and a direct way for citizens to exercise their democratic rights and influence their government. The correct option is B.

   • A. Volunteering is a good civic action but not the primary demonstration of commitment to democratic values.
   • B. Voting in national elections is a cornerstone of democratic participation.
   • C. Criticizing the government is a right, but not necessarily the best demonstration of commitment to the values of democracy itself, which include participation.
   • D. Participating in peaceful protests is also a democratic right, but voting is a more direct and regular act of engaging with the democratic system.

   The correct answer is $\boxed{\text{B}}$

7. When people from different cultures unite, the primary benefit is the strengthening of the bonds and sense of belonging within the society. This is known as social cohesion. The correct option is D.

   • A. Improving international reputation might be a secondary effect.
   • B. Improving national security can be a result of unity, but it's not the most direct benefit of cultural unity.
   • C. Increasing economic growth is a broader outcome that can be supported by social stability, but not the direct benefit of unity among diverse cultures.
   • D. Strengthening social cohesion directly addresses the positive outcome of unity among diverse cultural groups, fostering harmony and mutual understanding.

   The correct answer is $\boxed{\text{D}}$

8. Ghana and its neighboring country, Togo, are both West African nations located along the coast. The correct option is A.

   • A. Both Ghana and Togo have a coastline along the Atlantic Ocean (specifically, the Gulf of Guinea).
   • B. Ghana borders Togo, Burkina Faso, and Côte d'Ivoire. Togo borders Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Benin. Neither shares a direct border with Nigeria.
   • C. Ghana was a British colony (Gold Coast), while Togo was a German colony, later divided into British and French mandates. They did not have the same colonial parties.
   • D. Ghana's population is significantly larger than Togo's, so they do not have a similar population size.

   The correct answer is $\boxed{\text{A}}$