2024 JAMB History Past Questions & Answers

Question 1

The Mahdiyya Movement in Sudan was primarily a response to

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A. Egyptian and Ottoman control

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B. British colonial rule

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C. French influence in North Africa

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D. The spread of Christianity

Question 2

The capital of the Kanem-Borno Empire moved from Kanem to Borno primarily due to

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C. External invasions

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A. Environmental changes

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B. Religious differences

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D. Internal conflicts

Question 3

The primary destination of the Voortrekkers during the Great Trek was

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B. The interior regions of modern-day South Africa, such as the Transvaal and the Orange Free State

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A. The southern part of Mozambique

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C. The coastal regions of Namibia

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D. The highlands of Kenya

Question 4

The Omani Sultanate's control over Zanzibar led to

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C. The establishment of a major center for the East African slave trade

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A. The widespread conversion of Zanzibar to Christianity

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B. The complete cessation of the slave trade in the region

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D. The creation of a unified East African political entity

Question 5

The primary economic activity that drew Europeans to Nigeria in the early period was

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A. The transatlantic slave trade

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B. Agricultural exports

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C. Agricultural exports

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D. Textile manufacturing

Question 6

One of Gowon's major achievements was the hosting of which international event in Lagos in 1973?

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A. The All-Africa Games

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B. The Non-Aligned Movement Conference

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C. The OAU Summit

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D. The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting

Question 7

The introduction of the 1946 Richards Constitution in Nigeria was significant because

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D. It marked the first significant step towards self-government and regional representation

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A. It established a federal system with equal representation for all ethnic groups

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B. It led to the abolition of traditional chieftaincies and local governance

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C. It resulted in the complete independence of Nigeria from British control

Question 8

The primary aim of the Ekumeku Movement in the Asaba hinterland was to

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B. Resist British taxation and land policies

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A. Promote the spread of Christianity

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C. Establish an independent Asaba kingdom

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D. Integrate with neighboring ethnic groups

Question 9

Which of the following was a major export commodity of the Oyo Empire during the pre-colonial period?

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B. Kola nuts

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A. Ivory

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C. Salt

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D. Gold

Question 10

Which leader, influenced by the Sokoto Caliphate, established a theocratic state in Masina in the early 19th century?

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D. Seku Amadu

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A. Al-Hajj Umar

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B. Ahmadou Sekou

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C. Samori Ture

Question 11

The rise of the Kanem-Borno Empire in the 9th century was primarily due to

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D. Control of trans-Saharan trade routes

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A. Agricultural surplus

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B. Conquest of neighboring empires

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C. Diplomatic alliances with the Ottoman Empire

Question 12

The Abacha regime is known for instituting which economic policy aimed at centralizing control of Nigeria's oil revenue?

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C. Petroleum Trust Fund (PTF)

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A. Structural Adjustment Program (SAP)

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B. Green Revolution

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D. National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS)

Question 13

Which Omani Sultan moved the capital from Muscat to Zanzibar in the 19th century?

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B. Sa'id bin Sultan

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A. Khalid bin Barghash

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C. Thuwaini bin Said

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D. Sultan bin Saif

Question 14

Which policy implemented by the British in the 1930s aimed at developing infrastructure and boosting agriculture in Nigeria?

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A. The Colonial Development and Welfare Act

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B. The Northern Nigerian Development Plan

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C. The Ten-Year Plan of Development and Welfare

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D. The Nigerian Industrial Development Plan

Question 15

Benin's military campaigns often targeted which neighboring ethnic group?

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B. The Yoruba

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A. The Hausa

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C. The Nupe

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D. The Igbo

Question 16

The Yoruba city-state of Ibadan rose to prominence in the 19th century primarily due to

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C. The military prowess of its leaders

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A. Its role as a center of education

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B. Its location on major trade routes

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D. The discovery of gold

Question 17

What significant development in Benin's political structure occurred during the reign of Oba Ewedo?

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A. The establishment of a centralized monarchy

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B. The introduction of the use of cowries as currency

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C. The division of the kingdom into administrative units

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D. The establishment of trade relations with the Portuguese

Question 18

The Pan-African Congress of 1945, which called for an end to colonial rule in Africa, was held in which city?

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D. Manchester

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A. Accra

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B. Paris

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C. London

Question 19

The primary role of the Executive Council in colonial Nigeria was to

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C. Advise the Governor-General on policy matters

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A. Oversee the judiciary

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B. Manage local government affairs

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D. Draft laws for the Legislative Council to pass

Question 20

The amalgamation of 1914 resulted in the creation of

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D. Separate administrative structures for North and South

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A. unified legal system for all of Nigeria

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B. The establishment of regional governments

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C. A new capital at Lagos

Question 21

The activities of the British East Africa Company led to

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B. The establishment of protectorates in East Africa

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A. The discovery of gold mines in South Africa

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C. The formation of the United Nations

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D. The creation of a trans-Saharan trade route

Question 22

The primary impact of the Mahdist Revolt in Sudan on Ethiopia was

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B. The diversion of British and Italian resources away from Ethiopia

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A. The direct military support provided to Ethiopian forces

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C. The establishment of a Mahdist alliance with Ethiopian rulers

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D. The establishment of a political union between Sudan and Ethiopia

Question 23

The rise of nationalist movements in Nigeria was significantly influenced by

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B. World War II and the Atlantic Charter

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A. The spread of Islam

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C. The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885

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D. The American Civil War

Question 24

The role of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in post-apartheid South Africa was to

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D. Investigate human rights violations and promote national healing

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A. Facilitate the redistribution of land and resources among previously disadvantaged groups

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B. Oversee the transition of economic policies from apartheid to democracy

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C. Enforce legal action against all members of the apartheid regime

Question 25

Which treaty did Menelik II reject, leading to the Italian invasion and the subsequent Battle of Adwa?

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D. Treaty of Wuchale

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A. Treaty of Addis Ababa

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B. Treaty of Ucciali

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C. Treaty of Algiers

Question 26

Which economic factor was a major influence behind the 1914 amalgamation?

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A. The financial deficits in Northern Nigeria

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B. The need to control oil resources

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C. The desire to unify currency systems

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D. The expansion of railway networks

Question 27

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

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D. Trading gold and spices

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A. Establishing colonies

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B. Converting the local population to Christianity

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C. Engaging in the trans-Atlantic slave trade

Question 28

One major effect of the establishment of Native Authorities was

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A. The empowerment of traditional rulers within the colonial administration

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B. The abolition of all traditional customs

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C. The weakening of traditional power structures

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D. The immediate modernization of local governance

Question 29

The Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962 brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. It was a standoff between which two superpowers?

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C. The United States and the Soviet Union

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A. The United Kingdom and the Soviet Union

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B. The Soviet Union and NATO

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D. The United States and China

Question 30

Which Nigerian leader led the resistance against British colonization in the Aba Women's War of 1929?

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B. Ikonna Nwanyi

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A. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

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C. Madam Tinubu

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D. Nana of Itsekiri

Question 31

The Sharpeville Massacre of 1960 was a turning point in the struggle against apartheid because it led to

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B. The banning of the African National Congress (ANC) and Pan Africanist Congress (PAC)

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A. Increased support for apartheid policies

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C. International recognition of South Africa's independence

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D. The immediate end of apartheid

Question 32

Which constitution laid the foundation for federalism in Nigeria?

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D. Richards Constitution of 1946

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A. Clifford Constitution of 1922

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B. Lyttleton Constitution of 1954

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C. Macpherson Constitution of 1951

Question 33

Mohammad Ali Pasha is often referred to as the "founder of modern Egypt" due to his reforms in which sectors?

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B. Military, education, and agriculture

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A. Religion, trade, and healthcare

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C. Art, architecture, and governance

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D. Industrialization, law, and literature

Question 34

The infamous Middle Passage refers to

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A. The journey of enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas

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B. The migration of Africans to Europe for labor

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C. The pathway used by missionaries in Africa

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D. The route taken by European explorers to reach Asia

Question 35

The invasion by which group significantly contributed to the fall of the Old Oyo Empire?

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D. The Fulani

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A. The Nupe

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B. The Benin

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C. The Hausa

Question 36

The challenge of building effective political institutions in newly independent African states has been exacerbated by

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D. A lack of experienced administrative personnel and leadership

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A. The prevalence of democratic governance models

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B. High levels of foreign direct investment

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C. Widespread support for national unity

Question 37

The elective principle introduced by the Clifford Constitution allowed for elections in which Nigerian cities?

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C. Lagos and Calabar

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A. Lagos and Kano

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B. Lagos and Enugu

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D. Lagos and Ibadan

Question 38

Which ECOWAS protocol allows for the free movement of persons, goods, and services within member states?

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B. The Protocol on Free Movement

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A. The ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme

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C. The Abuja Agreement

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D. The Treaty of Lagos

Question 39

The Satiru Uprising of 1906 was a significant event in colonial Nigeria. What was the primary cause of this rebellion?

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A. Resistance to the imposition of colonial rule

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B. Opposition to Christian missionary activities

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C. Disputes over land ownership

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D. Discontent with British taxation policies

Question 40

The apartheid policy of "separate development" was also known as

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B. Bantustans

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A. Afrikaner nationalism

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C. Homelands

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D. Segregation

Question 41

Christian missionary activities in Liberia were primarily dominated by which denomination in the 19th century?

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D. Methodist

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A. Baptist

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B. Anglican

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C. Presbyterian

Question 42

The British amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914 was primarily motivated by

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C. Economic considerations, particularly the need to make the Northern Protectorate financially viable

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A. desire to promote cultural unity among the diverse ethnic groups

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B. Pressure from the League of Nations

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D. The influence of nationalist movements

Question 43

Nigeria's involvement in which UN agency has been crucial in addressing global health issues?

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B. WHO

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A. ILO

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C. UNESCO

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D. FAO

Question 44

The Sokoto Caliphate's relations with the British colonial powers in the 19th century were

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B. Marked by frequent conflicts and military confrontations

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A. Generally cooperative, with the Caliphate aiding British administrative efforts

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C. Based on treaties and trade agreements leading to mutual cooperation

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D. Limited to diplomatic negotiations and sporadic trade interactions

Question 45

The Ebira people, also from the Niger-Benue Valley, are known for their resistance to which British colonial policy in the early 20th century?

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C. Taxation

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A. Forced labor

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B. Land expropriation

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D. Indirect rule

Question 46

Mohammed Ali's economic reforms in Egypt included

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B. The establishment of state monopolies over key industries

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A. The reduction of agricultural production and reliance on imports

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C. The introduction of a free market economy

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D. The privatization of major state enterprises

Question 47

Which of the following social changes was a direct result of urbanization in colonial Nigeria?

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C. The growth of labor unions and political activism

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A. The complete assimilation of Nigerian elites into British culture

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B. The decline of traditional chieftaincy institutions

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D. The eradication of ethnic and regional differences

Question 48

The concept of "The White Man's Burden," which justified European imperialism, was popularized by which British writer?

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D. Rudyard Kipling

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A. H.G. Wells

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B. Joseph Conrad

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C. Charles Dickens

Question 49

The humanitarian crisis during the Nigerian Civil War was exacerbated by

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D. A blockade imposed by the Nigerian government on Biafra

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A. The intervention of foreign mercenaries

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B. The destruction of infrastructure by the Biafran forces

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C. International sanctions against Nigeria

Question 50

Seku Amadu initiated a jihad in the early 19th century and established the Massina Empire. His jihad was primarily against

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B. The Bambara Kingdoms

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A. The Asante Empire

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C. The French colonial forces

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D. The Sokoto Caliphate

Question 51

Theodore II's efforts at unifying Ethiopia were challenged by

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C. Regional lords and noblemen who resisted central authority

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A. European colonizers seeking to divide the country

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B. Religious factions within the Ethiopian Orthodox Church

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D. The invasion of neighboring Sudan

Question 52

The Nupe rulers, known as the Emir, exercised control through

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A. A complex system of provincial governors and military commanders

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B. Heavy taxation and land acquisition policies

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C. The establishment of a theocratic government

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D. Direct control over all economic activities

Question 53

The rise of the Kingdom of Ashanti was primarily driven by the trade of which commodity?

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D. Gold

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A. Salt

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B. Ivory

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C. Spices

Question 54

Which of these leaders succeeded Usman dan Fodio as the head of the Sokoto Caliphate?

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B. Muhammadu Bello

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A. Umar Tall

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C. Al-Kanemi

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D. Muhammad al-Amin

Question 55

Which economic policy introduced by the Buhari regime had a significant impact on Nigeria's foreign exchange market?

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B. Countertrade

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A. Export promotion

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C. Structural Adjustment Program (SAP)

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D. Import substitution industrialization

Question 56

Which of the following best describes the main cause of the Mfecane?

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B. Competition over scarce resources

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A. The spread of Christianity

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C. European colonization

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D. Internal trade disputes

Question 57

Which ancient civilization built the Great Zimbabwe?

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D. The Shona

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A. The Swahili

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B. The Mutapa

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C. The Zulu

Question 58

One of the key impacts of French colonialism in West Africa was

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A. The imposition of the French legal system and civil code

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B. The abolition of all indigenous forms of governance

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C. The replacement of Islam with Christianity

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D. The promotion of Swahili as the lingua franca

Question 59

The fall of which kingdom marked a significant milestone in the British conquest of the Nigerian area?

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B. Sokoto Caliphate in 1903

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A. Benin Kingdom in 1897

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C. Kanem-Bornu Empire in 1914

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D. Oyo Empire in 1825

Question 60

The major policy direction of the Obasanjo administration following the death of Murtala Mohammed was

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A. Preparing the country for a transition to civilian rule and democratic elections

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B. Strengthening alliances with other military regimes in Africa

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C. Increasing military spending and expanding Nigeria's influence in international conflicts

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D. Pursuing aggressive land and agricultural reforms to boost the economy

Question 61

The Battle of Blood River in 1838 was fought between the Boers and which indigenous group?

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C. The Zulus

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A. The Ndebele

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B. The Sotho

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D. The Xhosas

Question 62

One of the key factors that led to military intervention in Nigeria's First Republic was

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A. Widespread corruption and political instability

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B. External military threats

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C. The refusal of political leaders to implement Western education

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D. The lack of interest in independence

Question 63

Indirect rule was most successful in

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B. Northern Nigeria

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A. Eastern Nigeria

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C. Southern Nigeria

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D. The Niger Delta region

Question 64

Which Christian missionary is credited with the translation of the Bible into Yoruba?

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B. Samuel Ajayi Crowther

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A. James Johnson

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C. Henry Venn

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D. Thomas Birch Freeman

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