- 1. In the early 19th century, a significant movement arose in the United States aimed at addressing the complex issues surrounding slavery and the future of freed American slaves. This culminated in the establishment of a colony in Liberia, founded by the American Colonization Society in 1822. The society aimed to provide a solution for free African Americans who faced systemic discrimination and limited opportunities in the U.S. The colony, located on the west coast of Africa, was envisioned as a safe haven for freed individuals to create a new society away from the pervasive racism and social injustices of their homeland. Colonia life was marked by both hope and hardship; while it offered the promise of opportunity and self-determination, it also presented challenges such as conflicts with indigenous populations, harsh living conditions, and the enduring struggle to establish a stable and prosperous community. Over the ensuing decades, thousands of freed slaves, motivated by the desire for autonomy and a better life, migrated to Liberia, significantly impacting the social and political landscape of the region. The founding of Liberia represents both a poignant chapter in the history of African American resilience and a complex narrative of colonization and cultural interchange that would shape the future of the nation.
When was the first colony for freed American slaves established in Liberia?
A) 1822
B) 1845
C) 1789
D) 1860
- 2. Who was the organization that founded the colony in Liberia?
A) American Colonization Society
B) World Health Organization
C) Red Cross
D) United Nations
- 3. What was the name of the first settlement in Liberia formed by freed slaves?
A) Freeport
B) Libertyville
C) Monrovia
D) Kingston
- 4. Which U.S. President was a supporter of the colonization of freed American slaves in Liberia?
A) George Washington
B) James Monroe
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) Abraham Lincoln
- 5. What is the name of the indigenous people of Liberia who resisted colonization?
A) Kru
B) Zulu
C) Hutu
D) Maasai
- 6. Who was the first President of Liberia, serving from 1848 to 1856?
A) Abraham Lincoln
B) James Monroe
C) Joseph Jenkins Roberts
D) Thomas Jefferson
- 7. What was the name of the ship that brought freed American slaves to establish the colony in Liberia?
A) Mayflower
B) Elizabeth
C) Endeavour
D) Santa Maria
- 8. What was the predominant religion of the early settlers in Liberia?
A) Islam
B) Buddhism
C) Hinduism
D) Christianity
- 9. Which natural resource played a significant role in Liberia's economy during the 20th century?
A) Rubber
B) Diamonds
C) Oil
D) Gold
- 10. What year did Liberia declare its independence from the American Colonization Society?
A) 1865
B) 1799
C) 1832
D) 1847
- 11. Who was the first female President of Liberia, serving from 2006 to 2018?
A) Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
B) Angela Merkel
C) Theresa May
D) Michelle Bachelet
- 12. Where did most of the freed American slaves who settled in Liberia come from?
A) Canada
B) United States
C) Brazil
D) Mexico
- 13. Which African country is located east of Liberia?
A) Côte d'Ivoire
B) Ghana
C) Sierra Leone
D) Nigeria
- 14. What is the predominant climate type in Liberia?
A) Tropical Rainforest
B) Desert
C) Tundra
D) Steppe
- 15. What was the official language of the colony in Liberia?
A) Spanish
B) Portuguese
C) French
D) English
- 16. What is the national motto of Liberia?
A) The Love of Liberty Brought Us Here
B) Unity, Freedom, Justice
C) In God We Trust
D) E Pluribus Unum
- 17. Who was the last president of Liberia before the civil war broke out in the country?
A) Samuel Doe
B) Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
C) William Tubman
D) George Weah
- 18. Which ethnic group makes up the majority of the population in Liberia?
A) Kpelle
B) Maasai
C) Hausa
D) Zulu
- 19. What was the name of the rebel group led by Charles Taylor during the Liberian Civil War?
A) Red Army
B) Black Panthers
C) National Patriotic Front of Liberia
D) Yellow Vests
- 20. Which international criminal court convicted Charles Taylor for war crimes and crimes against humanity?
A) European Court of Human Rights
B) United Nations Human Rights Council
C) International Criminal Court
D) Special Court for Sierra Leone
- 21. Which ocean borders Liberia to the west?
A) Indian Ocean
B) Atlantic Ocean
C) Arctic Ocean
D) Pacific Ocean
- 22. What is the current president of Liberia as of 2021?
A) Samuel Doe
B) George Weah
C) Charles Taylor
D) Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
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