WorksheetsAfrica Lesson 8 -
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
The result of a weak government in Somalia has been:
Economic prosperity
Political stability
Civil unrest and lawlessness
Technological advancement
Who were the colonial rulers of Somalia?
A) Italy and France
B) Italy and Britain
C) Britain and Germany
D) France and Germany
In what year did Somalia gain independence?
1950
1960
1970
1980
How long did Somalia experience democracy after gaining independence?
A) 5 years
B) 7 years
C) 9 years
D) 11 years
Who took control of Somalia after the period of democracy?
The United Nations
The African Union
Warlords and Militias
The Somali National Army
During which years did General Siad Barre rule Somalia?
1960-1980
1969-1991
1975-1995
1980-2000
What were two actions taken by Siad to centralize power in Somalia?
Implemented a new constitution and nationalized industries
Decentralized government authority and increased local autonomy
Reduced military spending and focused on education
Promoted free market policies and privatized state assets
After Siad's rule, Somalia experienced:
a period of peace and stability
a civil war and political instability
economic prosperity and growth
a transition to a democratic government
Who tried to help the innocent people in Somalia after the fight for power between clans?
The United Nations
The Red Cross
Doctors Without Borders
Amnesty International
What has been the result of a weak government in Somalia?
People turn to piracy
Clans running their own areas.
The structure of the Somali government today is best described as:
Federal parliamentary republic
Unitary presidential republic
Constitutional monarchy
Military dictatorship
