Hist 305:African Economic History Question Paper
Hist 305:African Economic History
Course:Education
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2013
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2013 (SB) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION
UNIT CODE : HIST 305
UNIT TITLE : AFRICAN ECONOMIC HISTORY
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer any three questions only
Question One
Explain the development of economic activities during middle and later Stone Age.
(10 Marks)
Discuss the impact of the spread of iron-working in Africa.
(10 Marks)
Question Two
Explain the origin and consequences of Trans-Saharan trade. (20 Marks)
Question Three
Discuss five factors that led to the growth of Merowe/Meroe and urban centre in African.
(10 Marks)
Explain the factors that contribute to the decline of most of early urban centres in African.
(10 Marks)
Question Four
Analyze the factors that facilitated the development of Trans-Atlantic Trade.
(10 Marks)
How did Trans-Atlantic Trade affect the economy of Africa?
(10 Marks)
Question Five
Give the main objectives of the East African Community from 2001.
(5 Marks)
Analyze the challenges facing the East African community today.
(15 Marks)
Question Six
Critically examine agricultural practices that have contributed to food crisis in Africa.
(10 Marks)
Discuss the effects of food shortage in Africa.
(10 Marks)
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