Jamb 2008 History Questions
Question 21:
The rise of Shaka the Zulu was a result of the
- A Introduction of new military tactics
- B Support he got from the Boer
- C Wealth he acquired from heavy taxation
- D Decentralization of political authority.
Question 22:
The dissatisfaction of the Boer with British reforms at the Cape Colony made them to
- A Stage a rebellion against the British
- B Negotiate peace settlement with the British
- C Form a strong political organization
- D Emigrate from the area.
Question 23:
Which of the following was referred to as ‘Province of Freedom’ in the 19th century?
- A Liberia
- B Ghana
- C The Gambia
- D Sierra Leone.
Question 24:
The early missionaries abandoned their work in Benin mainly because of
- A Antagonism from the Oba
- B Resistance from the people
- C Lack of resources
- D Ill health and health.
Question 25:
In 1805, Muhammad Ali became the Pasha of Egypt as a result of
- A His leadership qualities
- B The deposition of the sultan
- C His military background
- D The voluntary retirement of the sultan.