Cold War Impact on Africa

The video explores the effects of the Cold War on Africa, highlighting the formation of one-party states, frequent coups, support for dictators, and the apartheid system. It discusses how superpowers like the USA and Russia influenced African politics, leading to delayed independence and the spread of socialism.

What was one of the main reasons African countries formed one-party states during the Cold War?

• To align with European colonizers

• To prevent superpower influence through opposition parties

• To promote democracy

• To increase economic growth

Why did many African countries choose socialism over capitalism during the Cold War?

• They had no other choice

• They were colonized by Russia

• They received support from Russia in their fight for independence

• They wanted to align with the United States

What was a common result of African countries forming alliances with superpowers during the Cold War?

• Increased foreign investment

• Frequent coups d'état

• Peaceful political transitions

• Economic prosperity

Which countries in Africa are noted for not experiencing coups during the Cold War?

• Ghana and Nigeria

• Egypt and Libya

• Kenya and Tanzania

• South Africa and Zimbabwe

How did superpowers support dictators in Africa during the Cold War?

• By promoting democratic elections

• By providing military and economic aid

• By supporting opposition parties

• By encouraging free press

What was the main reason superpowers supported dictatorships in Africa?

• To ensure the practice of their ideology

• To promote human rights

• To foster international trade

• To encourage economic development

What does the term 'apartheid' mean in the context of South Africa?

• Separate development

• Unified development

• Political freedom

• Economic equality

Which superpower was noted for supporting the apartheid system in South Africa?

• United States of America

• China

• Russia

• United Kingdom

How did the Cold War contribute to the delay of complete African independence?

• By providing economic aid

• By encouraging African unity

• By supporting colonial powers

• By promoting rapid decolonization

Which European country did not colonize any African nation and supported their independence?

• France

• Russia

• Germany

• United Kingdom