Political Developments in Africa

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Which African country experienced a genocide in 1994, resulting in the deaths of an estimated 800,000 people?

• Rwanda

• Sudan

• Ethiopia

• Somalia

What was the main objective of the Pan-Africanism movement in the 20th century?

• Unite all African nations

• Promote African culture

• End European colonial rule

• Enhance trade among African countries

Which African country was led by Muammar Gaddafi from 1969 until his death in 2011?

• Libya

• Egypt

• Algeria

• Tunisia