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1. Which of the following are the main reasons for the colonization of Africa?

1. Economic
2. Political
3. Religious
4. All the above

Answer: D) All the above

Explanation:

The reasons for African colonisation were mainly economic, political and religious.

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2. When was Africa discovered?

1. 13th century
2. 15th century
3. 18th century
4. 12th century

Answer: B) 15th century

Explanation:

European exploration of Sub-Saharan Africa begins with the Age of Discovery in the 15th century, pioneered by the Kingdom of Portugal under Henry the Navigator.

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3. How many countries are there in Africa?

1. 13
2. 54
3. 87
4. 93

Answer: B) 54

Explanation:

There are 54 countries in Africa today, according to the United Nations.

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4. Action for Resisting Invasion, Colonialism and Apartheid defines?

1. Asian
2. South asia
3. Africa
4. Europe

Answer: C) Africa

Explanation:

AFRICA. Action for Resisting Invasion, Colonialism and Apartheid.

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5. Which of the following are the social issues in South Africa?

1. Corruption
2. Poverty
3. High unemployment
4. All the above

Answer: D) All of the above

Explanation:

Corruption, poverty, high unemployment, and violent crime significantly restricted South Africans' enjoyment of their rights. Cuts to health and education services also compromised quality and access to these rights.

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6. Who started the apartheid in Africa?

1. Hendrik Verwoerd
2. Nelson Mandela
3. Jacob Zuma
4. None of the above

Answer: A) Hendrik Verwoerd

Explanation:

The'Architect of the Apartheid' Hendrik Verwoerd was Prime Minister as leader of the National Party from 1958-66 and was key in shaping the implementation of apartheid policy.

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7. What passes through the continent of Africa?

1. Tropic of Cancer
2. Tropic of Capricorn
3. Both A and B
4. None of the above

Answer: C) Both A and B

Explanation:

Both the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn pass through the continent. The prime meridian passes through the continent on the western side.

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8. What is the original name of Africa?

1. Alkebulan
2. Afritan
3. Astia
4. Africa only

Answer: A) Alkebulan

Explanation:

Alkebulan. According to experts that research the history of the African continent, the original ancient name of Africa was Alkebulan.

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9. Which is the best capital city in Africa?

1. Nairobi
2. Ethiopia
3. Abuja
4. Cape town

Answer: A) Nairobi

Explanation:

The capital city of Kenya, Nairobi, has been ranked the top city in Africa according to Knight Frank's Africa Horizons Report 2021/22.

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10. What is Abahlali baseMjondolo?

1. The shack dwellers movement based in KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape
2. Movement which aims for the secession of the Cape from South Africa
3. The shack dwellers movement based in KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape
4. Women's farmworkers union based in the Western Cape

Answer: A) The shack dwellers movement based in KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape

Explanation:

Abahlali baseMjondolo, the shackdwellers movement based in KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape.

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