The Voortrekker Monument, inaugurated in 1949, is a symbol of Afrikaner nationalism. It commemorates which historical event?
- A. The Great Trek
- B. The founding of Cape Colony
- C. The Battle of Blood River
- D. The Union of South Africa
The British amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914 was primarily motivated by
- A. desire to promote cultural unity among the diverse ethnic groups
- B. Pressure from the League of Nations
- C. Economic considerations, particularly the need to make the Northern Protectorate financially viable
- D. The influence of nationalist movements
The Ebira people, also from the Niger-Benue Valley, are known for their resistance to which British colonial policy in the early 20th century?
- A. Forced labor
- B. Land expropriation
- C. Taxation
- D. Indirect rule
The primary impact of the Mahdist Revolt in Sudan on Ethiopia was
- A. The direct military support provided to Ethiopian forces
- B. The diversion of British and Italian resources away from Ethiopia
- C. The establishment of a Mahdist alliance with Ethiopian rulers
- D. The establishment of a political union between Sudan and Ethiopia
The apartheid policy of “separate development” was also known as
- A. Afrikaner nationalism
- B. Bantustans
- C. Homelands
- D. Segregation
The role of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in post-apartheid South Africa was to
- A. Facilitate the redistribution of land and resources among previously disadvantaged groups
- B. Oversee the transition of economic policies from apartheid to democracy
- C. Enforce legal action against all members of the apartheid regime
- D. Investigate human rights violations and promote national healing
Which leader, influenced by the Sokoto Caliphate, established a theocratic state in Masina in the early 19th century?
- A. Al-Hajj Umar
- B. Ahmadou Sekou
- C. Samori Ture
- D. Seku Amadu
One of the key impacts of French colonialism in West Africa was
- A. The imposition of the French legal system and civil code
- B. The abolition of all indigenous forms of governance
- C. The replacement of Islam with Christianity
- D. The promotion of Swahili as the lingua franca
One of Gowon’s major achievements was the hosting of which international event in Lagos in 1973?
- A. The All-Africa Games
- B. The Non-Aligned Movement Conference
- C. The OAU Summit
- D. The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
The Omani Sultanate’s control over Zanzibar led to
- A. The widespread conversion of Zanzibar to Christianity
- B. The complete cessation of the slave trade in the region
- C. The establishment of a major center for the East African slave trade
- D. The creation of a unified East African political entity
The concept of “The White Man’s Burden,” which justified European imperialism, was popularized by which British writer?
- A. H.G. Wells
- B. Joseph Conrad
- C. Charles Dickens
- D. Rudyard Kipling
The challenge of building effective political institutions in newly independent African states has been exacerbated by
- A. The prevalence of democratic governance models
- B. High levels of foreign direct investment
- C. Widespread support for national unity
- D. A lack of experienced administrative personnel and leadership
The major policy direction of the Obasanjo administration following the death of Murtala Mohammed was
- A. Preparing the country for a transition to civilian rule and democratic elections
- B. Strengthening alliances with other military regimes in Africa
- C. Increasing military spending and expanding Nigeria's influence in international conflicts
- D. Pursuing aggressive land and agricultural reforms to boost the economy
The primary destination of the Voortrekkers during the Great Trek was
- A. The southern part of Mozambique
- B. The interior regions of modern-day South Africa, such as the Transvaal and the Orange Free State
- C. The coastal regions of Namibia
- D. The highlands of Kenya
The rise of consular authority in Africa during the colonial era involved
- A. The removal of all forms of European governance
- B. European consuls exercising political and economic control in their respective regions
- C. The promotion of African trade unions and cooperatives
- D. The establishment of local African consulates to manage trade
The Sokoto Caliphate’s relations with the British colonial powers in the 19th century were
- A. Generally cooperative, with the Caliphate aiding British administrative efforts
- B. Marked by frequent conflicts and military confrontations
- C. Based on treaties and trade agreements leading to mutual cooperation
- D. Limited to diplomatic negotiations and sporadic trade interactions
The arrival of the Portuguese on the West African coast in the 15th century marked the beginning of European influence in the region. Their primary interest was in
- A. Establishing colonies
- B. Converting the local population to Christianity
- C. Engaging in the trans-Atlantic slave trade
- D. Trading gold and spices
The primary aim of the Ekumeku Movement in the Asaba hinterland was to
- A. Promote the spread of Christianity
- B. Resist British taxation and land policies
- C. Establish an independent Asaba kingdom
- D. Integrate with neighboring ethnic groups
Which economic policy introduced by the Buhari regime had a significant impact on Nigeria’s foreign exchange market?
- A. Export promotion
- B. Countertrade
- C. Structural Adjustment Program (SAP)
- D. Import substitution industrialization
The activities of the British East Africa Company led to
- A. The discovery of gold mines in South Africa
- B. The establishment of protectorates in East Africa
- C. The formation of the United Nations
- D. The creation of a trans-Saharan trade route
Seku Amadu initiated a jihad in the early 19th century and established the Massina Empire. His jihad was primarily against
- A. The Asante Empire
- B. The Bambara Kingdoms
- C. The French colonial forces
- D. The Sokoto Caliphate