GOVERNMENT
JAMB 2008 - Question 42
Government 2008 JAMB Past Questions - Question 42: Which of the following formalized colonial penetration into Africa?
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Correct Answer
C
Explanation
Berlin Conference formalized colonialpenetration into Africa. it should be noted that the Berlin Conference of 1884/85,laid very strong foundation for colonial enterprise in Africa. It literallydivided the continent among European powers such as:1. Britain2. France3. Germany4. Portugal.The major objectives of the colonialists in Nigeria as wellas other parts of African Continent are as follows:1. EconomicReasons2. MissionaryActivities3. Adventure4. CulturalDomination5. Expansion of Market.

