WAEC Government 2022 Question 22

Question 22

Nationalism

Proto-nationalism was a movement limited to the demands for

  1. A.immediate end to colonialism
  2. B.reforms of the political class and respect for African religion
  3. C.western education
  4. D.social amenities and political participation.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (social amenities and political participation.)

Explanation

Early (proto-) nationalists did not ask for independence; they asked for reforms within the colonial system, such as amenities and a share in government.