WAEC Government 2017 Question 42

Question 42

Colonial Administration

Colonial administration in West Africa was as a result of

  1. A.a need for a new environment.
  2. B.the desire to underdevelop West Africa.
  3. C.a need for raw materials and markets.
  4. D.the urge to introduce western education.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (a need for raw materials and markets.)

Explanation

European industries wanted cheap raw materials and markets for their goods.