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Name two houses of the British parliament

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Two houses of the British parliament

Houses of commons

Members of the Commons (MPs) debate the big political issues of the day and proposals for new laws. It is one of the key places where government ministers, like the Prime Minister and the Chancellor, and the principal figures of the main political parties, work.

Houses of the Lord

The House of Lords is the second chamber of the UK Parliament. It is independent from, and complements the work of, the elected House of Commons. The Lords shares the task of making and shaping laws and checking and challenging the work of the government.

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Why was the Economic Community of western African States (ECOWAS) formed?

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Why the Economic Community of western African States (ECOWAS) was formed.

To promote economic co-operation among West African states.
Promote unity and solidarity among member’s states.
Lack of funds to facilitate implementation of O.A.U activities as some of the member states do not remit their subscription regularly.
Lack of an army to enforce decisions of the organization especially on critical and urgent issues.
Interference by foreign powers/governments in some of the activities undertaken by the organizations.
Divided loyalty- member for other international organizations by some member states e.g. the Commonwealth.
Political instability and the resulting refugee problems make it difficult for the organization to operate effectively.
Attachment to former colonial masters by some member states for instance former French colonies look up for France for assistance.
Existence of basic problems within member states which require immediate attention e.g. famine, drought and disease.

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What were the difference between the British policy of indirect rule and the French policy of assimilation

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The difference between the British policy of indirect rule and the French policy of assimilation

French colonies were ruled as provinces of France, British colonies were treated as separate political entities under the rule of the government –on behalf of the British government.
the French used assimilated Africans in their administration, the British used traditional chiefs.
French colonies elected their representative to the chamber of Dupulivi in France.
British colonies were not represented in the House of Commons as they had their Legislative Councils.
Laws used in French colonies were made in France, while in British colonies laws were made by the respective Legislative Councils.
In the French colonies, assimilated Africans became French citizens with full rights while those in the British colonies remained subjects.

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COLONIAL ADMINISTRATION

Explain why Fredrick Lugard used the policy of indirect rule to administer Northern Nigeria.

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Why Fredrick Lugard used the policy of indirect rule to administer Northern Nigeria

The existence of well established and centralized system of government in the region – i.e. the Sokoto Caliphate
Use of the sharia (Islamic law) in the Sokoto Caliphate provided a base to be used to govern the protectorate.
To win the confidence and the support of all the people by giving them the impression that they were still under the governance of their leaders.
Inadequate funds to facilitate administrative expenses of the protectorate.
success already realized in using the policy elsewhere within the Empire e.g. in Uganda and India gave Lugard the confidence to try it in Nigeria
Poor communication network making it difficult for British officials to effectively administer different parts of the country.

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COLONIAL ADMINISTRATION

Give two ways through which the attainment of independence in Ghana contributed to the liberation of other African countries from colonial rule.

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Ways through which the attainment of independence in Ghana contributed to the liberation of other African countries from colonial rule

Motivated other African countries to strengthen their independence struggle
Nkrumah became more vocal in agitating fore the course of other nationalists
Ghana played a leading role in the formation of the O.A.U which was instrumental in the liberation of other states.
Ghana gave financial and material support to African liberation movements
Ghana allowed some African nationalists to establish their military bases in the country.

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State two government policies which have contributed to industrialization in India

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Government policies which have contributed to industrialization in India

Promotion of technical and scientific education
Development of heavy industries by the state government plans.
Emphasis on industrialization in the five year development.
Encouragement of foreign investment in the country.
Restriction on improved goods

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Emergence of selected world industrial powers

State the main reason why Samori Toure fought the French

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Main reason why Samori Toure fought the French

To preserve the independence of the Mandinka kingdom/ empire
To stop French colonization

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CHAPTER 16: European invasion of Africa and the process of colonization

State two functions of the Lukiko of the Buganda Kingdom during the pre-colonial period.

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Functions of the Lukiko of the Buganda Kingdom during the pre-colonial period

The Lukiko advised the Kabaka
Assisted the Kabaka to administer the kingdom
Made the laws of the kingdom
It acted as the Court of Appeal/ solved disputes
Directed correction of taxes and planning good expenditure
Represented the interests of the people.

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Chapter 13: Social, Economic and Political Organization of African Societies In the 19th Century

Name one leader of the protestant reformation during the sixteenth century

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Leaders of the protestant reformation during the sixteenth century

Martin Luther

Martin Luther, a German [10 November 1483 – 18 February 1546] was a German professor of theology, composer, priest, monk, and a seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation....

John Calvin

John Calvin French: [10 July 1509 – 27 May 1564] was a French theologian, pastor and reformer in Geneva during the Protestant Reformation. He was a principal figure in the development of the system of Christian theology later called Calvinism, aspects of which include the doctrines of predestination and of the absolute sovereignty of God in salvation of the human soul from death and eternal damnation, in which doctrines Calvin was influenced by and elaborated upon the Augustinian and other Christian traditions. ...

others

John Kaox
Vhleh Zwngll
Thomas Crannet
Oliaus Pettini
King Henry VIII

State two ways in which slaves were obtained in West Africa during the Trans-Atlantic trade

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State two ways in which slaves were obtained in West Africa during the Trans-Atlantic trade

Criminal of social misfit were sold by chiefs
Capture of war
Frictions
Kidnapping

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Chapter 26: Co-Operation in Africa

What was the main source of energy during the early period of industrial Revolution in Europe?

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Main source of energy during the early period of industrial Revolution in Europe

Coal
This is a compact black or dark brown, carbonaceous rock which is a fuel and source of coke, coal gas and coal tar. Abraham Darby invented the process by which coal was turned into coke in 1709 thus discovered that coal produced immense heat. Coke was used to smelt iron.
Uses of coal.

To heat water to high temperatures so as to produce steam.
To provide lighting.
To drive steam engines in factories. Some generators depended on coal heat to produce steam.
To drive locomotives. This promoted transport.
It was a raw material in the manufacturing of dye and pharmaceutical products.

Industrialization in Britain occurred between 1750 and 1830, happened because conditions were perfect. The transformation was facilitated by the Availability of coal and iron ore which served as a basis for heavy industries. Coal was a source of energy for use in the industries. Iron was used in the manufacture of machinery. Read More ...

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Name two ways in which railway transport contributed to the agrarian revolution in Western Europe?

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Ways in which railway transport contributed to the agrarian revolution in Western Europe

Railway provided efficient and reliable means of transport for agricultural products.
Provided efficient transport for farm machinery and labour and farm implements.
Provided efficient transport of farm tiling.

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Identify three uses of Bronze in the kingdom of Benin.

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Identify three uses of Bronze in the kingdom of Benin

It was used to make weapons
It was used to make decorations/ornaments
It was used as a currency.
It was used for statues.
It was used as an item of trade.

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Identify one use of bronze in Ancient Benin

Identify two factors which favoured the development of crop growing in ancient Egypt

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Factors which favoured the development of crop growing in ancient Egypt

Availability of reliable source of water
Existence of indigenous type of grains
Existence of fertile soils along river Nile
The invention and use of the Shadolf for irrigation and other form of implements
Existence of a stable government under Pharaoh
Existence writing helped them to keep accurate records of seasons and volume of food
Use of slave as currency.
Invention and use of farm implements.

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Identify two aspects of the culture of the early man that had their origin in the late some age

1/12/2018

Aspects of the culture of the early man that had their origin in the late some age

Growing crops/ agriculture
Establishing permanent settlements
Making microlitic composite tools e.g. spears
Domesticating animals
Beginning of religion and government
Beginning of government
Pottery and basketing

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