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Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 10mins
Who were the key figures in the Nigerian independence movement?
Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, Ahmadu Bello
Nelson Mandela
Mahatma Gandhi
Winston Churchill
Can you name a famous artifact from the Benin Kingdom?
Benin Bronzes
Mali Empire Manuscripts
Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Nok Terracotta
What year did Nigeria gain independence?
1975
1955
1980
1960
What was the capital of colonial Nigeria?
Kano
Abuja
Port Harcourt
Lagos
Who was Nnamdi Azikiwe in Nigerian history?
Nnamdi Azikiwe was a military general in Nigeria.
Nnamdi Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a key figure in the country's independence movement.
Nnamdi Azikiwe was a famous Nigerian novelist.
Nnamdi Azikiwe was the last colonial governor of Nigeria.
What was the significance of the Mali Empire in trade?
The Mali Empire had no significant impact on trade in Africa.
The Mali Empire was significant in trade as a central hub for trans-Saharan commerce, particularly in gold and salt.
The Mali Empire was known for its naval trade routes across the Atlantic.
The Mali Empire primarily traded in textiles and spices.
What is one traditional art form from the Benin Kingdom?
Benin textiles
Benin wood carvings
Benin pottery
Benin bronze plaques
Who was Obafemi Awolowo and what did he do?
A famous musician from Nigeria
Obafemi Awolowo was a Nigerian nationalist, statesman, and the Premier of the Western Region, known for his role in Nigeria's independence and development policies.
A British colonial governor
An American civil rights leader
What is the Nile River known for in Ancient Egypt?
The Nile River is famous for its deserts.
The Nile River is known for its gold mines.
The Nile River is recognized for its role in trade routes.
The Nile River is known for providing fertile land and supporting agriculture in Ancient Egypt.
What was the main religion in the Mali Empire?
Christianity
Paganism
Islam
Buddhism
What is a popular festival celebrated in Nigeria today?
Eid al-Fitr
Carnival
Osun-Osogbo Festival
Diwali
What continent is Nigeria located on?
Africa
Asia
Europe
North America
Which country is located in Western Africa?
Liberia
Libya
Zambia
Eritrea
Nigeria became a Republic Nation on ..............
October 1st 1964
October 1st 1963
October 1st 1962
October 1st 1960
The name Nigeria was coined from Niger and area by?
Mary Slessor
Lady Flora Lugard
Queen Elizabeth
Michelle Obama
The southern and northern protectorate was amalgamated in what year?
. The two major rivers in Nigeria are _________________ and ________________
a. b. Niger, Benue
c. Oji, Ikogosi d. Anambra, Lagoon
Niger, Benue
Kainji, Imo
The name Nigeria was given by ________
Floral Shaw
Micheal Akinkunmi
The Yoruba people mostly live in the —
South East
North West
South West
North Central
