What methods did the European powers use to acquire colonies in Africa?

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Methods the European powers use to acquire colonies in Africa

They signed treaties with the local ruler
They used military force to subdue communities which resisted
They signed treaties among themselves to partition Africa e.g. the 1890 Angola-German agreement which German gave Witu to Britain and Britain gave Heligoland to German.
Use of treaty / tricks/ deception

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Name two African Nationalist parties whose leaders attended the Lancaster House conference in London.

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African Nationalist parties whose leaders attended the Lancaster House conference in London.

Kenya African National Union (KANU)
Kenya African Democratic Union (KADU)

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Explain circumstances which may force the government to limit the and freedom of the individual

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Circumstances which may force the government to limit the and freedom of the individual

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One can be denied the right to life if one is convicted of murder in a court of law or caught in the act of robbery with violence.
If suspected to be planning to commit a crime one is denied their personal liberty/ freedom of movement.
One can be denied freedom to own property if the government wishes to development public utilities in the area but compensation must be paid.
One’s freedom of worship can be limited if one uses it to undermine the government or create disunity.
One’s freedom of assembly can be limited if it poses a threat to the state.
One’s freedom of speech may be limited if one publishes false accusations about another person or the state or incite people against the government.
One’s freedom of movement can be limited if internal security is threatened.
If one is not of sound mind one can be taken to a mental hospital by the police for confinement and treatment.
If one has an infectious disease can be denied one’s personal liberty.
If one has not attained the stage of maturity one is considered a minor and their decisions are made on their behalf by adult members of society.

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Give two limitations of using written records as a source of African History

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Limitations of using written records as a source of African History

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Most of the written records on African History were by foreigners who built their biases in the records.
Some written records on African History contain inaccurate information
Some of the records are not reality available for case of reference
Written records are limited only to those who can read and write.

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Describe the main provisions of the independence constitution of Kenya

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Main provisions of the independence constitution of Kenya

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The independence constitution provided for a regional/ Majimbo government. Each region had a regional assembly and president.
A bicameral parliament consisting of the senate and House of representative/ upper and lower House.
The prime minister by the Government and the queen the head of State represented by the government.
The Bill of rights which protected the individual interests.

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The People of Kenya Up To the 19th Century

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The People of Kenya Up To the 19th Century Questions and Answers

1996
16
(section B)1a) What factors made the cushites migrate into Kenya during thepre – colonial period? (10mks)
b) Explain five results of the migration of the cushites into Kenya during the pre-colonial period. (10mks)

1997
1. Give two factors which led to the migration and settlement of the Iteso into Kenya by 1800.
15.
a) Explain the results of the migration and settlement of the Somali into Kenya by 1800. (7mks)

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KNEC KCSE History & Government Paper 2 1996 Q & A

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History Paper 2 1996 Questions and Answers

1. Identify two sources of information which historians use to write the History of Africa (2 mks)

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NATIONAL PHILOSOPHIES (KENYA) TOPICAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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13.  Identify two national philosophies which have been used in Kenya since the attainment of independence. (2 mks)

2002

17. Identify two national philosophies used as development strategies in Kenya (2 mks)

2003

14. State one contribution of the ‘Harambee’ movement to the development of health services in Kenya. (1 mk)

2006

15. Identify one national philosophy adopted at independence to promote social justice in Kenya            (1mk)

2008

21. (a) State five reasons why the government of Kenya adopted the Sessional  Paper No. 10 of 1965.                                                                                    (5 mks)

(b) Explain the social effects of the national philosophies on development in Kenya.       (10 mks)

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KNEC KCSE History & Government Paper 2 1996 Q & A

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KCSE HISTORY & GOVERNMENT PAPER 1 1996

1. Give two functions of the council of elders among the Akamba during the pre-colonial period.

They had powers to declare war and make peace/prepared youth for war
They presided over religious and other ritual functions
They offered advice to the community when need arose
They ruled the community / settle disputes

Any 2 points 1 mark each (2 mks)

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25 Mind blowing Questions on citizenship

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1. 2005 Q24b: Explain six responsibilities of a Kenyan citizen. (12 marks)

Obeying the laws of the country to promote peace and harmony
Respecting other citizens, their views and property to ensure peaceful co- existence.
Taking part activities that promote national development for example contributing towards famine relief fund/Harambee
Participating in meetings organized by government official and other community leaders to ensure effective implementation of policies.
Contributing to the income of the government by paying axes
Offering positive criticism to the government to promote good governance/ Participating in contribution making process and referendum
Exercising one’s voting rights during presidential, parliamentary and civic elections to enhance democracy.
Taking part in community policing and volunteering information about criminal activities to the police to enhance security
Avoiding corrupt practices and adhering to accountability and transparency norms for sustainable economic development
Being loyal and patriotic to the country in order to promote national security and social cohesion

25 Mind blowing Questions on citizenship

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Social Economic and Political Organization of Kenyan Societies in the 19th Century

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1996
1. Give two functions of the council of elders among the Akamba during the pre –colonial period.(2mks)

1997
15 b) Describe the political organization in Kenya during the pre-colonial period. (8 mks)

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Describe two theories about the origin of human beings

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Describe two theories about the origin of human beings

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Outline the five reasons which made the Nandi resist the imposition of British colonial rule over their territory.

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Reasons which made the Nandi resist the imposition of British colonial rule over their territory.

They did not want the Uganda railway to be constructed through their territory.
They want white people because according to their methodology, the people were a sign to bad omen.
They wanted to protect their livestock

They wanted to maintain their independence
They wanted to protect their land
They wanted to reserve their culture

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State one reason why the 1957 elections are important in the History of Kenya

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Reason why the 1957 elections are important in the History of Kenya

We must first find out what happened in those elections before we conclude why they were important in the history of Kenya.

TOM MBOYA - Rise of African Nationalism

The Lyttelton constitution

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EarlyMan - Topical Questions and Answers

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2005
1. Name two pre- historic sites in Kenya. (2 mks)

2. State two advantages of the discovery of fire by Early Man. (2mks)

2008
1. Identify two ways through which archaeologists obtain information on the history of Kenya. (2 mks)

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The People of Kenya Up To the 19th Century Questions and Answers

History Paper 2 1996 Questions and Answers

1. Identify two sources of information which historians use to write the History of Africa (2 mks)

KCSE HISTORY & GOVERNMENT PAPER 1 1996

1. Give two functions of the council of elders among the Akamba during the pre-colonial period.

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​Describe two theories about the origin of human beings

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