Colonialism in Africa

When did Ghana gain its independence?

• 1957

• 1960

• 1963

• 1947

Who was one of the key figures in Ghana's struggle for independence and became the country's first president in 1957?

• Jomo Kenyatta

• Nelson Mandela

• Kwame Nkrumah

• Julius Nyerere

What were the main resources extracted from Congo during its colonization?

• Gold and diamonds

• Spices and silk

• Ivory (elephant tusks) and rubber

• Coal and iron ore

Which of the following was common among the natives during the Congo colonization?

• Prosperity and good health

• Disease and torture

• Cultural exchange and learning

• Economic independence

What were some of the resources included in Algeria during colonization?

• Spices and silk

• Gold and silver

• Oil and minerals

• Timber and wool

What fraction of the Algerian population died from warfare, disease, and starvation?

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/2

• 1/5

Who colonized Egypt in 1882?

• The French

• The British

• The Spanish

• The Portuguese

What was the main resource taken by the British from Egypt?

• Gold

• Spices

• Cotton

• Oil

What event in 1952 encouraged Kenyans to strive for independence?

• The establishment of the East African Community

• The Mau Mau uprising

• The election of Jomo Kenyatta

• The end of World War II

What type of protests led to the independence of Egypt?

• Violent uprisings

• Nonviolent protests and demonstrations

• Military coups

• International interventions