Decolonization in Africa

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Which country received the most aid per capita under the Marshall Plan?

  • Italy
  • West Germany
  • Great Britain
  • France (correct)

What was the main factor that led to the rapid decolonization of Africa after World War II?

  • American intervention in African affairs
  • Nationalism not being popular among Africans
  • European powers' inability to maintain control due to post-war debt (correct)
  • The Atlantic Charter agreement

Which country received the most aid per capita under the Marshall Plan?

  • Italy
  • West Germany
  • Great Britain
  • France (correct)

What was the main goal of the Marshall Plan?

<p>To rebuild Europe after World War II (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the US policy towards Africa during the decolonization period?

<p>To support African independence but reassure European powers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the Marshall Plan?

<p>To stop the spread of communism in Europe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influenced American policy towards Africa during the decolonization period?

<p>Nongovernmental organizations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the Marshall Plan in the formation of NATO?

<p>It was a key catalyst for the formation of NATO (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the economic impact of the Marshall Plan on Western Europe?

<p>It helped Western Europe surpass pre-war levels of economic growth by 1952 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • Rapid decolonization occurred in Africa after World War II.
  • The Atlantic Charter was agreed upon by the US and UK, promoting self-government for colonized peoples.
  • European powers were unable to maintain control due to post-war debt.
  • Nationalism grew throughout Africa.
  • Some territories experienced high death tolls in their fight for independence.
  • American policy towards Africa was a middle road approach.
  • The US supported African independence but reassured European powers.
  • The US wanted noncommunist and not especially democratic groups to lead newly independent states.
  • Nongovernmental organizations influenced American policy towards Africa.
  • These efforts helped change American policy towards South Africa.

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