Post-Colonial Governments in Africa

Question 1

Which of the following was not a consequence of apartheid in South Africa?

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spending tax dollars on the education system

Question 2

What do Rwanda and Sudan have in common?

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Both countries have experienced ethnic conflict that led to genocide.

Question 3

Which event set off the Congo wars?

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Warring refugees from Rwanda fled to Zaire.

Question 4

The Democratic Republic of the Congo avoided conflict and civil war after receiving independence from Belgium. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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F

Question 5

Most African nations gained their independence from colonial rule during the _____.

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1960s

Question 6

What are conflict diamonds?

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diamonds that are sold to raise funds for war

Question 7

Which of the following statements best describes Mobutu’s rule in Zaire?

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He nearly bankrupted the nation and was forcibly removed from office.

Question 8

What happened in the Democratic Republic of Congo shortly after the Belgian Congo received independence from European rule?

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The government was overthrown by Defense Minister Joseph Mobutu.

Question 9

The original European settlers in South Africa were __________.

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Dutch

Question 10

Which of the following statements best characterizes South Africa's economy immediately following the end of apartheid?

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It had limited manufacturing and depended on the export of gold.

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