Question 1

In terms of the Green Revolution, Africa

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Africa benefited less from the Green Revolution compared to other regions like Asia and Latin America. The revolution focused primarily on wheat, rice, and maize, which were not widely cultivated in Africa at the time. Additionally, the adoption of modern agricultural practices and technologies was hindered by various challenges, including poor infrastructure and limited access to credit and markets. These factors contributed to slower progress in improving food production and security in Africa compared to other regions.

Question 2

"____________________" is an intellectually-based movement stressing a return to uniquely African ideals and culture.

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Question 3

The white settler colonies such as Rhodesia and Kenya

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The white settler colonies such as Rhodesia and Kenya witnessed black against black fighting as freedom fighters took up arms against those they labeled "collaborators." This was evident in the Mau Mau Rebellion in Kenya and the Rhodesian Bush War. The colonies did not gain full independence until the 1960s and 1980s, respectively. Option A and B are incorrect as Europeans were not thrown out or fought for several years. Option D is partly true but does not apply to all colonies, so it is not the best answer. Option E is not applicable as there is no evidence that going to Britain to address Parliament was necessary for independence.

Question 4

Which of the following has not contributed to African economic missteps since independence?

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The desire to spread benefits to as many citizens as possible is not a contributor to African economic missteps since independence. It is actually a positive factor as it shows a commitment to improving the lives of all citizens. The other options, such as misguided notions of establishing national prestige, desire for personal enrichment, frequent use of bribery, and misuse/theft of foreign aid money, have all contributed to economic missteps in Africa.

Question 5

Robert Mugabe has established a virtual dictatorship in ____________________ in recent years.

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Question 6

____________________ labor, which developed under colonialism, is one of the main ways of making a living today.

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Question 7

In post-independence Africa, breakdowns of parliamentary rule often meant the setting up of ____________________ ____________________.

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Question 8

Small farmers and herdsmen who comprise the majority in tropical African countries

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Small farmers and herdsmen in tropical African countries were hit hard by the price collapse of the 1970s. This was due to a decrease in demand for African exports and an increase in the cost of imported goods. As a result, many of these farmers struggled to make a living, which compounded the problem of poverty in the region.

Question 9

In the first years of independence, most African countries had leaders who

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Many of the first leaders of African countries were educated in Europe and believed that they were the only ones capable of effectively ruling their countries. This often led to authoritarian regimes and a lack of true democracy in the early years of independence.

Question 10

Which of these does not contribute to Africa's frequent droughts?

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The development of family farms, while potentially beneficial for food security, does not directly contribute to Africa's frequent droughts. The other options mentioned all play a role in the occurrence and severity of droughts in Africa.

Question 11

The year 1960 has been termed "miraculous" for Africa because

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Over half of the continent gained its independence in 1960, which was a significant achievement for Africa. This marked the beginning of self-rule and the end of colonialism.

Question 12

Conditions set by international lenders to compel ____________________ reforms by African governments in return for loans are termed SAPs.

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Question 13

Most African governments seem to be relying on ____________________ health authorities to find a solution to ____________________ and bring it to Africa.

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Question 14

In gaining their independence from European colonizers,

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The answer of In gaining their independence from European colonizers,
...

Question 15

Highly touted Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) have turned out to be

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SAPs have been criticized for providing loans to countries with conditions that are often difficult to meet, resulting in recipient countries not being able to carry out the intended reforms. This has led to the perception that SAPs are not very helpful.

Question 16

The ____________________ of ____________________ ____________________was founded in 1963 for mutual aid.

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Question 17

Which of these occurred during the 1980s?

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Prolonged droughts in Somalia and Sudan occurred during the 1980s, leading to severe famines and displacement of millions of people.

Question 18

In agriculture, the colonial rulers strongly encouraged ____________________ in agriculture.

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Question 19

A literary term referring to the self-conscious awareness of African cultural values, ____________________ became popular in some parts Africa colonized peoples became independent from ____________________.

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Question 20

The first president of the first country freed in Africa was ____________________ ____________________; the state was ____________________, and the year was ____________________.

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Quiz 52: Africas Decolonization and Years of Independence