Explorers and the Annexation of Cameroon

Who was one of the first European explorers to reach Cameroon?

• Vasco da Gama

• Hernán Cortés

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Christopher Columbus

What year did the Portuguese first arrive in Cameroon?

• 1492

• 1505

• 1450

• 1472

Which explorer is known for mapping the coast of Cameroon?

• Ferdinand de Lesseps

• Marco Polo

• Christopher Columbus

• James Cook

What was a primary motivation for European exploration in Cameroon?

• Trade and resource acquisition

• Military conquest of local tribes

• Establishing colonies for agriculture

• Religious conversion

How did early European explorers impact trade in Cameroon?

• They isolated Cameroon from international markets.

• They established a monarchy in Cameroon.

• They primarily focused on agricultural development in the region.

• Early European explorers integrated Cameroon into global trade networks, introducing new goods and altering local economies.

What was the effect of European exploration on local economies?

• Local economies thrived as European explorers introduced new agricultural techniques.

• European exploration had no significant impact on local economies, which remained unchanged.

• European exploration disrupted local economies by replacing indigenous goods with European imports and exploiting local resources.

• European exploration strengthened local economies by increasing trade with indigenous peoples.

Which indigenous group faced significant changes due to European contact?

• Sami of Northern Europe

• Native Americans

• Aboriginal Australians

• Maori of New Zealand

What was one consequence of European exploration for indigenous cultures?

• Strengthening of indigenous cultural practices.

• Increased autonomy for indigenous cultures.

• Expansion of indigenous territories.

• Disruption of traditional ways of life for indigenous cultures.

How did European explorers document their findings in Cameroon?

• Through oral storytelling and folklore

• European explorers documented their findings in Cameroon using journals, maps, sketches, and reports.

• Using photography and social media

• By creating digital presentations and videos

What role did missionaries play in the exploration of Cameroon?

• Missionaries primarily focused on converting local populations to Christianity.

• Missionaries acted as military advisors during the exploration of Cameroon.

• Missionaries were mainly involved in trade and commerce in Cameroon.

• Missionaries facilitated exploration by documenting cultures, establishing relationships, and serving as bases for further exploration.