Nigeria's Colonial Legacy and Post-Independence Challenges
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During which time period was Nigeria colonized by Britain?

  • Late 1700s/early 1800s
  • Late 1800s/early 1900s (correct)
  • Late 1900s/early 2000s
  • Late 1600s/early 1700s

    • What happened in Nigeria in 1960?

  • The civil war between Biafra and Nigeria began
  • The British left Nigeria
  • Nigeria gained independence (correct)
  • The Igbo region declared independence

    • What were the military take-overs in Nigeria known as?

  • Coupes d'etats
  • Coup d'etats
  • Coo (correct)
  • Coups

    • What was the name of the independent state established by the Igbo region in Nigeria?

    <p>Biafra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Biafra taken back into Nigeria?

    <p>1970</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the break-away attempt by the Igbo region in Nigeria?

    <p>Biafra was defeated and taken back into Nigeria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the civil war between Biafra and Nigeria?

    <p>The break-away attempt by the Igbo region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pronunciation of 'coups' in singular and plural form?

    <p>coo in singular and coos in plural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to Nigeria after gaining independence in 1960?

    <p>Nigeria experienced a series of military take-overs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributed to Nigeria's improved economic situation?

    <p>Nigeria's extensive oil reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

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