Political Developments in Africa

Political Developments in Africa

10th Grade

15 Qs

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Political Developments in Africa

Political Developments in Africa

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

10th Grade

Hard

Created by

John Robinson

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Based on your knowledge, which of the following statements is most likely true?

Former colonial holdings are no longer under any control by international presence.

Very few nations-states in Africa receive foreign aid or economic assistance.

While they are progressing, the majority of African nation-states lag behind Western development.

Former imperial nations are now working to undo the effects of imperialism.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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The conference’s use of “nonviolent methods,” as mentioned in the second paragraph, is best explained in the context of which of the following?

The Cold War and the concern of rising stacks regarding weapons of mass destruction.

Earlier success by well known revolutionary leaders attaining peace through nonviolent resistence.

Attempts to mimic European Imperial approach when establishing control over resources.

Advise given by Communist leadership when combating political rivals.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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It can be concluded from the final sentence, that

the majority of those in attendance had no faith in nonviolent resistance.

Leaders at the conference were willing to do whatever it takes to gain independence.

only a minority believed they could succeed at establishing a self-governed continent.

Many African states were in favor of joining one Cold War adversary over another.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which African country gained independence from British colonial rule in 1960 and became the first sub-Saharan African country to do so?

Ghana

Nigeria

Kenya

Uganda

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What was the primary aim of the African Union, established in 2001, replacing the Organization of African Unity?

Promote economic integration

Foster political unity

Enhance military cooperation

Improve educational standards

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which African leader is known for his role in ending apartheid and becoming the first black president of South Africa in 1994?

Nelson Mandela

Desmond Tutu

Thabo Mbeki

Jacob Zuma

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 in African history?

It led to the colonization of Africa by European powers

It marked the end of the slave trade

It initiated the African Renaissance

It established the African Union

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