Gr 12 History Ch 2: Education
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What was a major challenge faced by the Democratic Republic of the Congo after independence in 1960?

  • Lack of natural resources
  • Economic prosperity
  • Severe lack of educated personnel and infrastructure (correct)
  • Political instability

    • What was a key aspect of the government's efforts to expand education in the DRC?

  • Investing in building new educational facilities (correct)
  • Increasing tuition fees
  • Decreasing enrollment
  • Reducing the number of schools

    • What was the outcome of the efforts to increase educational access in the DRC?

  • Primary school enrollment decreased
  • Primary school enrollment rose dramatically (correct)
  • Primary school enrollment increased slightly
  • Primary school enrollment remained the same

    • What was a significant development in higher education in the DRC?

    <p>Construction of new colleges and universities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the government policy towards college and university students?

    <p>Covering full tuition and providing stipends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the government's aggressive strategy to promote higher education?

    <p>To promote higher education without financial burden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key outcome of the expansion of educational infrastructure in the DRC?

    <p>Increased access to basic education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the development of higher education institutions in the DRC?

    <p>To handle administrative and technical tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the quota system in Congo's education?

    <p>To ensure equal access to educational opportunities across provinces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major challenge in integrating the broader population into Congo's educational system?

    <p>The use of French as the language of instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of rapid expansion of educational facilities and enrollment?

    <p>Shortages of qualified teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did political and economic instability have on educational reforms?

    <p>It resulted in inconsistent support for educational initiatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a goal of the cultural renaissance in Congo's education?

    <p>To revitalize Congo's indigenous heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a challenge in ensuring education was accessible and relevant to all ethnic and linguistic groups?

    <p>The use of French as the language of instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of frequent changes in leadership and economic difficulties?

    <p>Inconsistent support for educational initiatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of establishing research centers and African language departments?

    <p>To foster a sense of national identity and cultural pride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of emphasizing research in African traditions and languages in Congo's education?

    <p>To reclaim and revitalize Congo's indigenous heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main objective of the quota system in Congo's education?

    <p>To ensure equal access to educational opportunities across diverse regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major challenge in ensuring education was accessible and relevant to all ethnic and linguistic groups in Congo?

    <p>Shortages of qualified teachers and French as the language of instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of the rapid expansion of educational facilities and enrollment in Congo?

    <p>Issues of quality and relevance of education persisted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of political and economic instability on educational reforms in Congo?

    <p>Inconsistent support for educational initiatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key outcome of the establishment of research centers and African language departments in Congo's education?

    <p>Fostered a sense of national identity and cultural pride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major challenge faced by the government in implementing educational reforms in Congo?

    <p>Ensuring the quality of education and relevance to all ethnic and linguistic groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the cultural renaissance in Congo's education?

    <p>Reclaiming and revitalizing Congo's indigenous heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary motivation for the government's investment in building new educational facilities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>To address the severe lack of educated personnel and infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the significant progress made in increasing educational access in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>A significant increase in primary school enrollment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the development of higher education institutions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>It helped in cultivating a local workforce better equipped to handle administrative and technical tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of the government's policy towards college and university students in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>It covered full tuition and provided stipends to all college and university students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the government's efforts to expand and reform the educational system in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>To address the severe lack of educated personnel and infrastructure and support national development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the government's investment in building new educational facilities and increasing enrollment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>A significant increase in access to basic education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key challenge facing the Democratic Republic of the Congo at the time of its independence in 1960?

    <p>A severe lack of educated personnel and infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the government's aggressive strategy to promote higher education in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>To promote higher education and make it accessible to students without the burden of financial constraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary driver of the government's efforts to expand and reform the educational system in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>To address the severe lack of educated personnel and infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the government's policy to cover full tuition and provide stipends to all college and university students?

    <p>It resulted in a significant increase in the number of students pursuing higher education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the construction of new colleges and universities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>It helped to cultivate a local workforce better equipped to handle administrative and technical tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary driver of the cultural renaissance in Congo's education?

    <p>Promoting national unity and identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the significant progress made in increasing educational access in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>Primary school enrollment rose dramatically from 1.6 million to 4.6 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue did the quota system primarily aim to address?

    <p>Inequitable access to education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the government's investment in building new educational facilities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>To provide basic education to a larger segment of the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence resulted from the rapid expansion of educational facilities and enrollment?

    <p>Shortages of qualified teachers and inadequate facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the development of higher education institutions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>It helped to cultivate a local workforce better equipped to handle administrative and technical tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hindered the sustainability of educational reforms and investments in Congo?

    <p>Political and economic instability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the government's efforts to expand and reform the educational system in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>The country's integration into the post-colonial world was facilitated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge hindered the integration of the broader population into the educational system?

    <p>Language barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the expansion of educational infrastructure in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    <p>It helped to provide basic education to a larger segment of the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of research centers and African language departments?

    <p>African traditions and languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the establishment of research centers and African language departments?

    <p>Fostered sense of national identity and cultural pride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major challenge in ensuring education was accessible and relevant to all ethnic and linguistic groups?

    <p>Language barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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