Quiz on Nigerian History

What does the term "pre-colonial period" refer to?

• The time after Nigeria gained independence

• The time before the arrival of Europeans

• The time of military rule in Nigeria

• The time Nigeria was colonized by Britain

The colonial period in Nigeria started when:

• Nigeria gained independence

• Nigeria was amalgamated

• The British established political control over Nigerian territories

• Nigeria became a republic

Which of the following best describes the pre-colonial administration in Nigeria?

• Democratic government system

• Parliamentary system

• Indigenous political systems based on customs and traditions

• Military dictatorship

Colonial rule in Nigeria officially began with the:

• Arrival of Portuguese explorers

• Establishment of the Lagos colony

• Signing of treaties and imposition of British control

• Creation of Nigeria as a country

What major event happened in 1914 in Nigeria?

• Nigeria gained independence

• Amalgamation of the Northern and Southern protectorates

• Introduction of Christianity

• Discovery of oil in the Niger Delta

One major feature of the colonial period was:

• Equal rights for all Nigerians

• Complete independence of local leaders

• Introduction of European education and culture

• Use of traditional religions

The British used which system to rule indirectly in Nigeria?

• Monarchical system

• Indirect Rule

• Assimilation

• Self-rule

The pre-colonial political system in the Hausa/Fulani region was:

• Acephalous (without a central ruler)

• Republican

• Emirate system

• Monarchical system

Which of the following is a major characteristic of colonial administration?

• Local trade dominance

• Traditional leadership control

• European control over governance

• Absence of taxation

One major impact of colonialism in Nigeria was:

• Restoration of traditional religions

• Suppression of Western education

• Exploitation of natural resources

• Strengthening of indigenous cultures