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Explain six responsibilities of the Federal government of the United States of America.

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Explain six responsibilities of the Federal government of the United States of America.

It is in charge of foreign policy hence defines United States relations with the rest of the world.
It regulates commerce/trade with foreign nations and federal states in line with its foreign policy.
It resolves disputes involving states in order to maintain harmony in the federation.
It is responsible for paying debts incurred by government.
It is in charge of tax regime hence it determines levies/collection of taxes.
It enacts/passes laws which are binding to states ¡n the federation.
It provides a common defence of the United States of America from internal /external aggressors.
It builds/maintains armed forces which defend the government from external attacks.
It establishes federal courts which administer justice/interpret the constitution.
It declares war when need arises in order to protect its interests.
It admits new states in the federation.
It makes issues currency.
It establishes federal states.
It makes /issues currency/regularizes the value of the currency.

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Identify three types of Federal Courts in the United States of America.

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Identify three types of Federal Courts in the United States of America.

Supreme Court.
Court of Appeal.
Federal District Courts.
Court of Claims
Court of Customs
Circuit Courts

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Describe six achievements of Non-Aligned Movement since its formation.

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Describe six achievements of Non-Aligned Movement since its formation.

It advocated for political freedom which led to attainment of independence of countries which were still under colonial rule.
It kept off the military activities of two superpowers which helped to reduce international tensions.
It provided a forum where members voiced their concerns on international issues such as apartheid/racial discrimination.
It encouraged its members to put their national interests before those of the superpowers.
Its member states have helped to manage crises/solve conflicts thereby contributing to preservation of peace.
It condemned arms race among countries leading to reduction in the production of arms/weapons/disarmament.
It has enabled members to vote as a bloc thereby influencing world affairs.
It has helped its members to safeguard their national security/territorial integrity.
It raised funds which were used to cushion frontline states from the effects of sanctions imposed on them by the Apartheid Regime.
It has created a new scientific/technological order,so as to bridge the gap between the developed and the developing countries.
A new economic order was emerged due to increased trade among member states.

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State three ways in which terrorism is a threat to international peace.

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State three ways in which terrorism is a threat to international peace.

It engages in money laundering.
It causes loss of life/destruction of property.
It engages in piracy/hijacking aeroplane.
It destabilizes governments.
It causes proliferation of arms.
It makes/improvises deadly/weapons/arms of mass destruction.
It engages in propaganda/threat/causes panic/suspicion.
It causes destruction of property.

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Explain six challenges which were faced by the Nationalists in South Africa during the Apartheid rule.

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Explain six challenges which were faced by the Nationalists in South Africa during the Apartheid rule.

They were harassed/detained/jailed by security agents which demoralized them.
Political parties/Associations were banned thereby denying them their rights to associate/assemble.
They were forced into exile as they feared to be persecuted/tortured/death.
The Pass Laws introduced by the apartheid regime/government curtailed their movement.
The regime prescribed/censored publication which denied them the right access to information.
Their communities were divided along ethnic lines/creation of Bantu? and hampered the formation of a united front.
Inadequate funds made it difficult for them to undertake their activities effectively.
The nationalists were not united, creating division among them.

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State three external factors which speeded up the growth of African nationalism during the struggle for independence.

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State three external factors which speeded up the growth of African nationalism during the struggle for independence.

The rise of Communism in Russia condemned colonialism/supported liberation movements.
The interaction/experience gained by the ex-servicemen during the world wars.
The United Nations advocated for political independence.
The granting of independence to India/Pakistan.
The influence of Pan-African Movement.
The Labour Party government in Britain was against colonialism.

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Explain five challenges which were experienced in the implementation of the Assimilation Policy in Senegal.

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Explain five challenges which were experienced in the implementation of the Assimilation Policy in Senegal.

It conflicted with the general objective of colonization.
It required social amenities/schools which were expensive to start.
It was resisted/rejected by the traditional African rulers since it threatened/undermined their positions/rule.
It was opposed by the Frenchmen back at home/France since it elevated the assimilated to the French status.
The Muslims refused to be converted into Christianity thereby posing a challenge.
The French citizens feared that the assimilated people would outnumber them in the French Chamber of Deputies.
Racial discrimination by the French against the assimilated people whom they refused to acknowledge/accept them as equals.
The Africans were deeply rooted in their culture hence making it difficult to forsake them.
There was communication barrier as there was no common language between the Africans and the British.

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State five factors which influenced the British to use indirect rule in Northern Nigeria.

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State five factors which influenced the British to use indirect rule in Northern Nigeria.

It was cheap/cost-effective method of administration.
The existence of an elaborate system of government/administration/Shona/Islam.
They did not want to stir up African resistance.
The system had succeeded in other parts of the world/lndia/Uganda.
The British lacked enough personnel to administer the vast territory.
Poor transport/communication infrastructure.

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Describe five challenges experienced in the City of Johannesburg.

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Describe five challenges experienced in the City of Johannesburg.

There exists a huge gap between the wealthy Europeans and the poor/Africans.
High unemployment rate among the people led to a rise in criminal activities.
High rate of infection of HIV/AIDS pandemic has increased the cost of treatment/loss of lives.
There is air/land/water pollution caused by emission of poisonous gases from the industries.
There is inadequate housing which has led to the development of slums/shanties.
There is discrimination where Africans are mistreated/despised in work places/mines.
It experiences industrial unrest/strikes by the industrial workers.
There are inadequate social amenities due to high population.
Traffic jams are rampant due to many vehicles on the road.
Congestion due to rural-urban migration.

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State five functions of the ancient city of Athens.

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State five functions of the ancient city of Athens.

It was an educational center.
It was a center of sports.
It was a religious center.
It was a recreation center/provided entertainment/music.
It was a cultural/theatre/arts center.
It was a trading/commercial center.
It was a transport/communication center.
It was an administrative center.

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Describe five factors which have influenced industrialization in India.

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Describe five factors which have influenced industrialization in India.

The existence of cottage/textile/leather industries/smelting created a firm foundation for industrial take-off.
Development of efficient transport and communication infrastructure has eased the movement of goods/services.
The introduction of banking/insurance industry which availed capital/loans/credit facilities/security/domestic borrowing.
The provision of technical /scientific education which has produced experts/skilled labour force in different fields.
vailability of different sources of energy/electricity/oil/gas which are used in industries.
Availability of raw materials/mineral deposits which were used in the industries.
The formulation of sound national development plans which gave priority to industrialization /agricultural production.
Existence of political stability/peace which has boosted the confidence of both local/international investors.
A large population in India which has created a market for industrial local goods.
Availability of semi-skilled! unskilled labour from the huge population supplied the personnel required in the industries.
Protective tariffs were imposed to enable local industries to grow.
Availability of funds /loans/grants from foreign governments provided the capital for development of industries.

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Highlight five effects of scientific inventions on medicine.

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Highlight five effects of scientific inventions on medicine.

It resulted with the discovery/manufacture of preventive/curative drugs.
It has led to the development of vaccines.
It has prolonged life/increased life expectancy.
It has led to the production of advanced medical equipment.
It has led to the decrease in mortality rate.
It has led to improved health/wellbeing of life.
It has created job opportunities.
Overdependence on drugs /weakened immunity/drug abuse.
It has led to increased immorality due to use of contraceptives.
Transplant of body parts is possible now.

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Discuss five effects of the Agrarian Revolution in the United States of America.

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Discuss five effects of the Agrarian Revolution in the United States of America.

The invention of new farm machines enabled farmers to put more land under cultivation.
It enhanced agricultural research/scientific inventions which resulted into better crop inventions which resulted into better crop varieties/animal breeds.
There was improved transport infrastructure which speeded up the movement of farm produce.
The use of machines on farms replaced human labour.
There was an increase in food production which stimulated population growth.
It led to the expansion of agricultural related industries which processed/packaged/preserved farm produce.
Increased food production led to expansion of trading activities.
Use of fertilizers/hybrid seeds increased food production.
It led to the expansion of urbanization.
Many parts of the U.S.A were open up for farming/settlement.