Give one disadvantage of using coal as a source of industrial energy during the 19th century.14/5/2020 Give one disadvantage of using coal as a source of industrial energy during the 19th century.
It was bulky/difficult of transport It produced air pollutants e.g. sulphur dioxide. It was a non renewable source of energy/easily exhaustible. It was expensive to obtain from the mines.
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State one result of the invention of the wheel in Mesopotamia.
State two duties of the priests in Yoruba Traditional religion
They interpreted the wishes of the gods/God’s messages. They acted as mediators between the gods and the people They officiated in religious activities /presided of over religious functions They were consulted before important decisions were made. They predicted the future They led people in public and private prayers /conducted prayers State one main limitation of Barter trade during the Trans-Saharan trade.
Some commodities were bulky/difficult to transport e.g salt, kola nut It was difficult to qualify the value of some goods Some goods were perishable It was difficult to ensure security of trade goods No common/lack of common language of communication Give one characteristics of Homo Erectus.
Homo Erectus was upright/bipedal/waked upright /walked in two legs Homo Erectus was more intelligent than the earlier apes/higher thinking capacity Homo Erectus had a bigger bran capacity/775-1225 cc Homo Erectus had more developed hand for grasping tools. Homo Erectus had more developed hand for grasping tools. Homo erectus had a long skull Homo Erectus had a long protruding jaws. State one advantage of written materials as a source of history
Explain six factors which undermine the performance of local authorities
Some are too small to operate efficiently High population concentration strains available resources Many local authorities lack adequate financial base to finance their services Inefficient revenue collection system Tax evasion by individuals and organizations Misappropriation of funds by corrupt officers Conflicts between Councilors and the Chief Officers Political interference in the affairs and management of local authorities Too much control by the central government Lack of qualified staff in areas of administration and financial management due to poor remuneration. Over employment thus straining their financial abilities Widespread corruption Election of illiterate Councilors to manage the affairs of the Authorities. What are the main sources of revenue for Local Government authorities in Kenya?
Rents from residential and other premises Rents paid by property owners/bill boards Loans from the central government Licences paid by business operators/trade licences Parking fees paid by motorists/ Hiring facilities e.g. stadiums, halls, e.t.c Fees from national parks Fines paid by people who break laws sale of property From cess Explain six ways in which the Bill of Rights protects the rights of the individual
States that every individual has the right to life. It guarantees liberty to all citizens by forbidding enslavement, detention or imprisonment without trial. It protects the individual from all from of torture and inhuman treatment. It guarantees the protection of private and allows Kenyans to own property anywhere in the country. It protects individuals freedom of conscience and religion/workshop It guarantees the protection of the freedom of speech and expression It gives Kenyans the right to move freely throughout the country and to reside in any part of the country. Kenyans are protected against expulsion from the country. It guarantees individuals against any for of discrimination on the basis of colour, creed, gender and religion. It protects individuals against arbitrary search, arrest and entry into one’s property without one’s consent Describe the process of preparing a bill before it is taken to parliament for debate
Preparation of a bill starts with making suggestions/proposals about the need of the law. The Attorney General prepares a draft proposal of the intended law The Attorney General notifies the members of parliament and the public about the intended law The Attorney General notifies the members of parliament and the public about the intended bill to enable them carry out research. The intended law is taken to parliament for debate Explain the functions of the High Court of Kenya
The High Court is a constitutional court which interprets the constitution to determine whether the dispute is constitutional or not. It tries both criminal and civil cases/handling cases involving large amount of money. It can listen to cases from all over the country To correct mistakes made in decisions by the lower courts To hear appeals from the Kadhis Court Hears appeals from the Kadhis Court It acts as a court of appeal for cases from Resident and Chief Magistrate’s Courts It deals with petitions arising from elections (Presidential and (parliamentary) Describe the structure of the court system in Kenya
Explain six ways through which Thomas Joseph Mboya contributed the struggle for independence in Kenya.
What major reforms resulted from the Lyttelton Constitution of 1954 in Kenya?
It led to the establishment of a Multi-racial council of Ministers made up of official and un official members. This new council replaced the Executive Council B.A. Obanga one of the nominated African members was made Minister for Community Development and African affairs. Africans were allowed to form political originations whose functions were confirmed to district levels. The government provided for elections of eight Africans to the legislative Council It led to the establishment of an Advisory Council to discuss government policies Explain six ways through which the colonial government promoted settler farming.
What economic reasons encouraged the British to colonize Kenya during 19th Century
Explain six effects of Portuguese rule on the Kenyan Coast
It led to the decline of the Indian Ocean trade/decline of gold trade It led to the decline and ruin of towns It led to loss of life during their constant raids on coastal towns The heavy taxes that were imposed on the coastal peoples hindered the development of commercial and agricultural resources at the coast They built Fort Jesus which became a historic monument in the subsequent years They brought new crops to the coast e.g. maize, groundnuts and pineapples They introduced the use of farmyard manure Their language enriched the Kiswahili language The introduction of guns and other advanced weapons by the Portuguese contributed to insecurity in the region Commercial links between the Kenyan coast and the Arabian Peninsular were almost completely cut off. Some African were converted to Christianity. Closer links between the Kenyan coast and India developed Their conquest of the Kenyan coast exposed the area to other European powers. Why were the Portuguese interested in establishing their control over the Kenyan coast during the 16th Century?
Describe the socio-political organization of the Luo during the pre-colonial period
What were the results of the settlement of the Luo in Kenya during the pre-colonial period?14/5/2020 What were the results of the settlement of the Luo in Kenya during the pre-colonial period?
Assimilation of some communities they found in the areas e.g. Abasuba Intermarriage with the neighbours e.g. Abaluyia Neighboring communities lost some of their land to the incoming Luo. Displacement of some communities e.g. Abagusii. Increased conflicts over control of resources between the Luo and their neighbours. Expansion of trade with the neighboring iron/iron tools Occupation of fertile land influenced the Luo to adopt farming on a large scale. Cultural exchange between the Luo and their neighboring e.g. language, naming Identify two national philosophies used as development strategies in Kenya.
Give the main function of the prisons Department in Kenya
Give the main role of opposition parties in Kenya
What is contained in the government budget?
Who chairs cabinet meetings in Kenya?
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