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.

31.

Which major international power supported Biafra during the Civil War?

A.

France

B.

China

C.

United Kingdom

D.

United States

Correct answer is A

During the Biafra Civil War, France was the major international power that supported Biafra.

 

32.

Which Christian missionary is known for translating the Bible into several indigenous Liberian languages?

A.

Edward Blyden

B.

Samuel Ajayi Crowther

C.

Mary Slessor

D.

Lott Cary

Correct answer is B

Samuel Ajayi Crowther is known for translating the Bible into several indigenous Liberian languages. He was a linguist and the first African Anglican bishop in Nigeria. His work in translation was significant in the spread of Christianity in West Africa.

 

33.

Which external influence contributed to the spread of the Bantu language in the Nigeria area?

A.

Nok civilization

B.

Egyptian traders

C.

Phoenician explorers

D.

Arab merchants

Correct answer is D

The interaction with Arab merchants was an external factor that influenced.

34.

Which of the following was a significant effect of colonial education in Nigeria?

A.

Elimination of traditional educational systems

B.

Fostering unity among various ethnic groups

C.

Limited access to education for the masses

D.

Preservation of indigenous languages and cultures

Correct answer is C

One significant effect of colonial education in Nigeria was the limited access to education for the masses. The colonial education system was designed to serve the interests of the colonial powers and was not widely accessible to the general population. It was mainly focused on providing basic literacy skills and training in trades and professions that served the colonial administration.

35.

How did the amalgamation affect the traditional political systems in Nigeria?

A.

It had no impact on the traditional systems

B.

It abolished the traditional systems

C.

It strengthened the traditional systems

D.

It led to the formation of a new political system

Correct answer is D


The amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914 by Lord Lugard led to the formation of a new political system. It brought together the Northern and Southern Protectorates and the Colony of Lagos under a single administration, creating a political entity and system that was different from the traditional systems.