History questions and answers

History Questions and Answers

Learn about past events in Nigeria and the world with these interesting and informative History questions and answers.

26.

How did the Murtala/Obasanjo regime handle the issue of minority rights and tensions among various ethnic groups?

 

A.

Encouraging forced assimilation of minority cultures

B.

Implementing a quota system in government employment and education

C.

Imposing martial law in regions with conflicts

D.

Granting autonomy to regions seeking independence

Correct answer is B

The Murtala/Obasanjo regime in Nigeria implemented a quota system in government employment and education to handle the issue of minority rights and tensions among various ethnic groups. This was done to ensure fair representation and equal opportunities for all ethnic groups in the country.

27.

The Mahdiyya Movement began with the declaration of the Mahdi in what year?

A.

1878

B.

1882

C.

1890

D.

1885

Correct answer is D

The Mahdiyya Movement began with the declaration of the Mahdi in the year 1885. The Mahdiyya Movement was an Islamic revolt against the Egyptian military occupation of Sudan. It was led by Muhammad Ahmad bin Abd Allah, who declared himself the Mahdi, the prophesied redeemer of the Islamic faith, in 1881, but it wasn't until 1885 that the movement gained significant traction.

28.

Sierra Leone is home to a rich musical tradition, with one popular genre known as

A.

Maringa

B.

Reggae

C.

Highlife

D.

Salsa

Correct answer is A

The popular genre of music in Sierra Leone is known as 'Palm-wine' music or 'Maringa'.

29.

The "Magna Carta," signed in 1215, limited the power of which monarch?

A.

King Louis XIV of France

B.

King Henry VIII of England

C.

King John of England

D.

Emperor Charlemagne of the Holy Roman Empire

Correct answer is C

The Magna Carta was signed by King John of England in 1215. It was a charter of liberties that required the King to proclaim certain liberties, and accept that his will was not arbitrary, effectively limiting his powers.

 

30.

How did Ethiopia's defeat of Italian forces at the Battle of Adwa impact the Pan-African movement?

A.

It inspired other African nations to join the movement

B.

It encouraged African diaspora communities to return to Africa

C.

It led to the formation of the African Union

D.

It accelerated the end of colonialism in Africa

Correct answer is A

Ethiopia's defeat of Italian forces at the Battle of Adwa in 1896 had a significant impact on the Pan-African movement. It inspired other African nations to resist colonial rule and join the movement for independence and self-determination.