JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 1631

8,151.

The "Magna Carta," signed in 1215, limited the power of which monarch?

A.

King Louis XIV of France

B.

King Henry VIII of England

C.

King John of England

D.

Emperor Charlemagne of the Holy Roman Empire

Correct answer is C

The Magna Carta was signed by King John of England in 1215. It was a charter of liberties that required the King to proclaim certain liberties, and accept that his will was not arbitrary, effectively limiting his powers.

 

8,152.

How did Ethiopia's defeat of Italian forces at the Battle of Adwa impact the Pan-African movement?

A.

It inspired other African nations to join the movement

B.

It encouraged African diaspora communities to return to Africa

C.

It led to the formation of the African Union

D.

It accelerated the end of colonialism in Africa

Correct answer is A

Ethiopia's defeat of Italian forces at the Battle of Adwa in 1896 had a significant impact on the Pan-African movement. It inspired other African nations to resist colonial rule and join the movement for independence and self-determination.

8,153.

Which major international power supported Biafra during the Civil War?

A.

France

B.

China

C.

United Kingdom

D.

United States

Correct answer is A

During the Biafra Civil War, France was the major international power that supported Biafra.

 

8,154.

Which Christian missionary is known for translating the Bible into several indigenous Liberian languages?

A.

Edward Blyden

B.

Samuel Ajayi Crowther

C.

Mary Slessor

D.

Lott Cary

Correct answer is B

Samuel Ajayi Crowther is known for translating the Bible into several indigenous Liberian languages. He was a linguist and the first African Anglican bishop in Nigeria. His work in translation was significant in the spread of Christianity in West Africa.

 

8,155.

Which external influence contributed to the spread of the Bantu language in the Nigeria area?

A.

Nok civilization

B.

Egyptian traders

C.

Phoenician explorers

D.

Arab merchants

Correct answer is D

The interaction with Arab merchants was an external factor that influenced.