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Jamb 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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