WAEC Government 1994 Question 36

Question 36

Colonial Administration

The major aim of colonial rule in Nigeria was to

  1. A.spread Christianity
  2. B.stop slave trade and slavery
  3. C.satisfy European curiosity about Africa
  4. D.stop inter-ethnic wars
  5. E.obtain cheap raw materials and secure ready markets.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (obtain cheap raw materials and secure ready markets.)

Explanation

Colonialism was mainly economic: Britain wanted cheap raw materials for its factories and markets for its manufactured goods.