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1. What was the primary goal of British colonization in Nigeria? a) To bring peace and stability b) To spread Christianity c) To extract resources for commercial use d) To introduce new technologies

Answer: c) To extract resources for commercial use

1. When did British colonization of Nigeria begin? a) 1780 b) 1817 c) 1891 d) 1945

Answer: c) 1891

1. What event marked the end of the colonial rule in Nigeria in 1960? a) The Nigerian Civil War b) The Aba Women’s Riot c) The Partition of India d) The Full Self-Governance Declaration

Answer: d) The Full Self-Governance Declaration

1. What impact did British colonization have on the social and political structure of Nigeria? a) Strengthened existing structures b) Enhanced independence c) Destroyed traditional institutions d) Improved the economy

Answer: c) Destroyed traditional institutions

1. How did British rules change the existing education system in Nigeria? a) Introduced structured examinations b) Made Christian-based education compulsory c) Improved job prospects d) Encouraged new languages

Answer: a) Introduced structured examinations

1. What form of government was established in Nigeria during British colonization? a) Democratic government b) Federal government c) Absolute monarchy d) Colonial rule

Answer: d) Colonial rule

1. How did Nigeria become a single political entity under British rule? a) By combining the three separate regions b) Through the Berlin Conference c) By forming the colonial parliament d) By joining ethnic groups

Answer: a) By combining the three separate regions

1. What was the British empire’s main strategy for gaining control of trade in the Nigerian region? a) Wars and conquests b) Diplomatic negotiations c) International agreements d) Strategic alliances

Answer: b) Diplomatic negotiations

1. How did British colonization affect the Nigerian economy? a) Improved economic growth b) Expanded markets c) Created employment opportunities d) Implemented higher taxes

Answer: d) Implemented higher taxes

1. What kind of infrastructure did British colonization create in Nigeria? a) Healthcare facilities b) Business centers c) Transportation networks d) Religious centers

Answer: c) Transportation networks