British Colonisation of Nigeria Quiz

What were some of the cultural changes that occurred in Nigeria as a result of British colonization?

• Introduction of French language and culture

• Spread of Hinduism and Buddhism

• Introduction of Christianity, English language, and Western education; disruption of traditional social and political structures

• Preservation of traditional social and political structures

How did British colonization impact the traditional social structures and customs of Nigeria?

• Had no impact on traditional social structures and customs

• Introduced new political systems, economic structures, and social hierarchies

• Led to the preservation of traditional social hierarchies

• Introduced new language and cultural practices

What were some of the major forms of resistance to British colonization in Nigeria?

• Religious conversion

• Economic cooperation

• Peaceful surrender

• Armed uprisings, diplomatic negotiations, and cultural preservation

Who were some of the key figures involved in the resistance to British colonization in Nigeria?

• Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Robert Mugabe

• Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, Queen Elizabeth II

• Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King Jr.

• Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, Ahmadu Bello

What were the economic effects of British colonization on Nigeria's trade and industry?

• Positive impact on trade and industry

• Slight improvement in trade and industry

• No impact on trade and industry

• Negative impact on trade and industry

How did British colonization impact the agricultural practices and land ownership in Nigeria?

• It had no impact on agricultural practices and land ownership

• It improved agricultural practices and land ownership for local farmers

• It led to the preservation of traditional agricultural practices and land ownership

• It introduced cash crops and changed land ownership, leading to the displacement of local farmers.

What were some of the political changes that took place during British colonization of Nigeria?

• Implementation of local customs and traditions

• Abolishment of traditional leadership

• Introduction of democratic elections

• Establishment of indirect rule, creation of administrative divisions, imposition of British laws and governance

How did British colonization affect the traditional leadership and governance systems in Nigeria?

• It completely replaced traditional leadership and governance systems

• It had no impact on traditional leadership and governance systems

• It introduced indirect rule and undermined traditional leadership and governance systems.

• It strengthened traditional leadership and governance systems

What is the legacy of British colonization in Nigeria in terms of language and education?

• English language and formal education system

• Spanish language and traditional education system

• German language and modern education system

• French language and informal education system

How did British colonization influence the religious and legal systems in Nigeria?

• Introducing Christianity and English common law

• Promoting atheism and traditional tribal justice systems

• Introducing Buddhism and Roman law

• Imposing Hinduism and Sharia law