Pan-African & Independence Comprehension Check SSS7H1b

Which African country was founded by former American slaves?

What is nationalism?

• A form of government ruled by a single leader
• A belief or ideology that emphasizes the interests, culture, and identity of a particular nation or group of people.
• A type of international trade agreement
• A religious belief system

What was the purpose of the Pan-African movement?

• To promote European colonization in Africa
• To maintain the status quo of colonialism and racism
• To unify and uplift people of African descent worldwide, promote African independence, and fight against colonialism and racism.
• To segregate people of African descent worldwide

After the Pan-African movement pushed the cause of nationalism forward, what did many Africans begin to do?

• Many Africans began to seek foreign intervention
• Many Africans began to strive for independence from colonial rule.
• Many Africans began to support the Pan-African movement
• Many Africans began to embrace colonial rule

Why did it take so long for foreigners to enter the area now known as Kenya?

• Political instability in the region
• Lack of interest from foreigners
• Strict immigration policies
• Geographical location and natural barriers

What guerilla group staged a huge rebellion in 1956?

Even though the British army defeated the Mau Mau, how could the rebellion be considered a success for Kenyan independence?

• The rebellion increased pressure for Kenyan independence and led to negotiations with the British government.
• The rebellion resulted in the complete destruction of the Kenyan economy
• The rebellion had no impact on the push for Kenyan independence
• The rebellion led to the establishment of a British colony in Kenya

Why were the Nigerian people upset under colonial rule?

• Economic prosperity, freedom, and empowerment
• Cultural appreciation, self-governance, and equality
• Peaceful coexistence, mutual benefit, and respect
• Exploitation, oppression, and loss of autonomy

About how many ethnic groups made up the area now known as Nigeria?

What united all of these ethnic groups?

• Common language and cultural practices
• Economic status
• Geographical location
• Religious beliefs and customs