Question 48
Colonial AdministrationThe French policy of Assimilation
- A.was a device to transfer technology to Africa.
- B.was the same in theory as the British policy of Indirect Rule.
- C.was aimed at converting Africans to Frenchmen.
- D.enabled the French to stay in Africa.
- E.produced well educated Africans who opposed the policy.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (was aimed at converting Africans to Frenchmen.)
Explanation
Assimilation aimed to turn Africans into French citizens in culture, language and law.