Rise of African nationalism — KCSE History & Government

KCSE History & Government · 20 practice questions · 3 syllabus objectives

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Discuss the rise and growth of African nationalism in Ghana

Discuss the rise and growth of African nationalism in Mozambique

Discuss the rise and growth of African nationalism in South Africa

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easySHORT ANSWER4 marks

State four contributions of the African National Congress (ANC) to the growth of nationalism in South Africa. (4 marks)

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Part (a) — 4 marks

Mobilised Africans against colonial and apartheid rule (1 mk)

Organised protests and campaigns to challenge oppressive laws (1 mk)

Provided a platform for African leaders to articulate their grievances (1 mk)

Promoted unity among various ethnic groups in the struggle for freedom (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

List three key events that marked the rise of African nationalism in South Africa during the 20th century. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Formation of the African National Congress (ANC) in 1912 (1 mk)

The Defiance Campaign of 1952 against apartheid laws (1 mk)

The Sharpeville Massacre in 1960 that intensified resistance (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER2 marks

Identify two organisations that played a significant role in the nationalist movement in Mozambique. (2 marks)

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Part (a) — 2 marks

FRELIMO (Front for the Liberation of Mozambique) (1 mk)

UDENAMO (National Democratic Union of Mozambique) (1 mk)

List three key factors that contributed to the rise of African nationalism in Mozambique. (3 marks)

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