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The French idea of assimilation as applied in their colonies

The French idea of assimilation as applied in their colonies
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  • A Was to make Frenchment out of African subjects
  • B Would have been allowed to produce more Frenchmen in the colonies than in traditional African
  • C Recognised real value in traditional African culture and was merely aimed at upgrading it
  • D Produced nothing but African puppets in the colonies
  • E Was abandoned within a couple of years of its operation
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The French policy of assimilation aimed to make Frenchmen out of African subjects. It involved teaching French language, culture, and values, and granting limited rights to assimilated Africans. It did not recognise much value in traditional African culture. The goal was cultural and political assimilation into French civilisation.

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