JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 1658

8,286.

Which major event led to the decline of the Benin Kingdom's influence in the 19th century?

A.

The American Civil War

B.

The Scramble for Africa

C.

The Opium Wars

D.

The French Revolution

Correct answer is B

The decline of the Benin Kingdom's influence in the 19th century was majorly due to the Scramble for Africa. The Scramble for Africa was a period of rapid colonization of African territories by European powers in the late 19th century, which often led to the decline or destruction of existing African kingdoms and empires.

8,287.

A reaction takes places spontaneously if?

A.

∆G = O

B.

∆S < O and ∆H > O

C.

∆H < T ∆S

D.

∆G > O

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

8,288.

Which pre-colonial kingdom in the Nigeria Area was renowned for its wealth and participation in the trans-Saharan trade?

A.

Kanem-Bornu Empire

B.

Sokoto Caliphate

C.

Benin Kingdom

D.

Oyo Empire

Correct answer is A

The Kanem-Bornu Empire, located in the Nigeria Area, was renowned for its wealth and participation in the trans-Saharan trade. The empire was a center of Islamic learning and trade, with connections stretching from North Africa to the Arabian Peninsula.

8,289.

The oxidation states of chlorine in HOCL, HCLO3 and HCLO4 are respectively?

A.

-1, +5, and +7

B.

-1, -5 and 7

C.

+1, +3 and +4

D.

+1, +5 and +7

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

8,290.

Morocco is known for producing which luxury commodity, derived from the argan tree?

A.

Olive oil

B.

Coffee

C.

Spices

D.

Argan oil

Correct answer is D

Morocco is known for producing a luxury commodity derived from the argan tree, which is Argan oil. Argan oil is used in high-end cosmetic products and gourmet cooking, and is unique to the region of Morocco.