PES JS 2 Nigerian History Exam Term 1 2025-2026
  • 1. Which African country has the largest population of people??
A) Nigeria
B) South Africa
C) Ghana
D) Egypt
  • 2. What is rural - urban migration?
A) Movement of people from urban areas to rural areas for leisure.
B) Migration of animals from forests to cities.
C) Relocation of industries from rural areas to coastal regions.
D) Movement of people from rural areas to cities or urban areas, often in search of better economic opportunities, improved living standards, and access to amenities like education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
  • 3. What is rural - rural migration?
A) Movement of people from one rural area to another, often in search of better farming land, pasture, or other economic opportunities.
B) Migration of people from one urban area to another urban area.
C) Relocation of people from rural areas to foreign countries.
D) Movement of people from rural areas to urban cities.
  • 4. What is urban - urban migration?
A) Migration of people from rural areas to urban areas for jobs.
B) Movement of people from urban areas to rural areas for farming
C) Movement of people from one urban area to another, often in search of better job opportunities, improved living standards, or a change of environment.
D) Relocation of people from cities to foreign countries for tourism.
  • 5. What is diaspora migration?
A) Movement of people within a country from rural to urban areas
B) Movement of a person to another country in search of better opportunities.
C) Relocation of companies from one country to another.
D) Migration of animals from one habitat to another
  • 6. What is climate induced migration?
A) Relocation of people from one city to another for education
B) People moving to cities for better job opportunities and lifestyle.
C) Movement of people from their homes or usual places of residence due to environmental changes or disasters caused by climate change, such as rising sea levels, droughts, floods, or extreme weather events.
D) Migration due to war or conflict over resources.
  • 7. What is irregular migration?
A) - Migration that is often driven by poverty, unemployment and lack of prospects.
B) ‎- Migration of people through official channels with proper documentation
C) - Relocation of people within a country from one city to another
D) ‎‎- Movement of goods and services across international borders
  • 8. What is refugee migration?
A) It is when a country hosts refugees from other countries.
B) People moving to another country for economic opportunities
C) Migration of people due to natural disasters like earthquakes
D) Relocation of people from one city to another within the same country
  • 9. Which of these are among the key drivers of migration?
A) Proximity to entertainment and leisure activities
B) Availability of luxury goods and services
C) Access to advanced gaming facilities
D) Economic factors
  • 10. Another key driver of migration is _____
A) Fashion trends
B) Favorite food options
C) Security concerns
D) Popular music genres
  • 11. One of these is a key driver of migration. Which is it?
A) Genetic predisposition to migration
B) Planetary alignment
C) Environmental factors
D) Supernatural forces
  • 12. Briefly discuss the trans - saharan trade.
A) A network of trade routes that connected West Africa to the Mediterranean region.
B) The exchange of American crops for African minerals
C) The trade of European textiles for Asian spices
D) The sale of Australian livestock to South American markets
  • 13. Which of these is among the key features of the Trans-Saharan Trade?
A) The main commodities traded were precious stones and spices
B) The trade was controlled by European colonial powers
C) The trade was primarily conducted by sea routes
D) Goods traded
  • 14. Pick one key feature of the Trans-Saharan Trade.
A) Goods were transported using hot air balloons
B) Trade routes were mainly established in the 20th century
C) ‎ The use of camels was minimal and mostly symbolic
D) Major trading centers
  • 15. Pick one impact of the Trans-Saharan Trade.
A) Isolation of North African societies
B) Economic growth
C) Decline of West African empires
D) No significant cultural exchange between traders
  • 16. Which of these is among the impacts of the Trans-Saharan Trade?
A) The main commodities traded were silk and tea
B) The trade was primarily conducted by maritime routes across the Mediterranean Sea
C) The Trans-Saharan Trade was a short-distance trade that didn't involve crossing the Sahara Desert
D) Spread of Islam*: The trade also facilitated the spread of Islam in West Africa.
  • 17. During what time frame did the Trans-Saharan Trade experience a decline?
A) In the 12th century
B) In the 15th century
C) In the 16th century
D) In the 14th century
  • 18. Pick one factor that led to the decline of the Trans-Saharan Trade in the 16th century.
A) Global shortage of camels
B) European traders preferred to trade with Asian empires
C) The rise of European maritime trade routes reduced the importance of the Trans-Saharan Trade.
D) ‎The discovery of a land route through the Arctic Circle reduced demand for Trans-Saharan goods
  • 19. In what year did Britain formally take over the territories that later became Nigeria?
A) 1945
B) 1900
C) 1999
D) 1960
  • 20. In what year did Lord Lugard unite the southern and northern protectorates to form modern Nigeria?
A) 1915
B) 1914
C) 1990
D) 1960
  • 21. Does migration affect a country negatively or positively?
A) Positively
B) Migration usually has both positive and negative effects on a country.
C) Negatively
D) I don't know.
  • 22. Which systems of administration did the British use to rule Nigeria?
A) Monarchy
B) Indirect rule only
C) Direct rule only.
D) Direct rule and Indirect rule.
  • 23. What is direct rule?
A) When a Queen rules over the people
B) When a colonial power allows local leaders to govern a territory with full autonomy.
C) When a King rules over the people
D) When a colonial power directly governs a territory, making laws and decisions without local input.
  • 24. What is indirect rule?
A) A system where colonial powers govern through local leaders, using existing power structures.
B) When a Queen's brother rules on her behalf.
C) When a King's sister rules on his behalf.
D) When a colonial power removes local leaders and governs directly with no local input.
  • 25. During the colonial administration, who in what position represented the British crown and was the highest authority?
A) Prime Minister
B) President
C) Governor - General
D) Personal assistant to the Queen
  • 26. The Governor - General was assisted by__________ in administration?
A) Lawyers
B) Secretaries
C) Executive Council
D) Police men.
  • 27. What part of the colonial administration made laws for the colony?
A) The legislative council
B) The judicial Council
C) The native authority
D) The executive council
  • 28. Identify one of the objectives of the colonial administration from the options below.
A) Establishing democratic governments
B) Promoting local industries
C) Protecting human rights
D) To maintain law and order.
  • 29. Another objective of the colonial administration was ____________
A) To promote British trade and culture.
B) To watch and study Nigerian culture
C) To build pyramids
D) To learn local languages
  • 30. Which of these is among the objectives of the colonial administration?
A) Empowering indigenous populations
B) To spread western education and Christianity
C) Fostering inter-tribal conflicts
D) Exploiting natural resources for local development
  • 31. Which of these is among the positive effects of the colonial administration?
A) Introduction of western education and modern infrastructure.
B) Enhanced traditional governance structures
C) Increased food production
D) Improved healthcare systems
  • 32. Another positive effect of the colonial administration is___________
A) Establishment of modern government institutions
B) Widespread industrialization
C) Eradication of slavery
D) Total independence of colonies
  • 33. Identify one of the positive objectives of the colonial administration.
A) Cultural assimilation of colonizers
B) Universal education
C) Development of transportation and communication systems
D) Equal economic opportunities
  • 34. Which of these is among the negative effects of the colonial administration?
A) Exploitation of Nigerian resources
B) Improved living standards
C) Preservation of cultural heritage
D) Increased economic independence
  • 35. Another negative effect of the colonial administration is_________
A) Loss of traditional authority and culture.
B) Low development of local infrastructure
C) Enhanced social cohesion
D) Strengthening of traditional institutions
  • 36. Identify the negative effects of the colonial administration from the options below.
A) Growth of local economies
B) Creation of regional and ethnic divisions
C) Reduction in ethnic conflicts
D) Environmental conservation
  • 37. What are some of the factors that led to the end of the colonial rule?
A) Volcanic eruptions
B) Growing nationalist movements
C) Mass migration of colonizers
D) Development of colonial infrastructure
  • 38. Another factor that led to the end of colonial rule is ________
A) Lack of unity
B) Racism
C) Protests and desire for self government.
D) Increased colonial investment
  • 39. What are the two predominant religions in Nigeria?
A) Sikhism and Jainism
B) Hinduism and Buddhism
C) Traditional religion and Atheism
D) Islam and Christianity
  • 40. Do you believe History is relevant for patriotic citizens?
A) Sometimes
B) Yes
C) No
D) I don't know
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