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The correct answer is A.Improving the standards of living.
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- The statements below describe a regional organization in Africa.(Solved)
The statements below describe a regional organization in Africa.
(i) It has the largest number of membership.
(ii) It was formed in 1994.
(iii) It has its headquarters in Lusaka, Zambia.
The organization described above is
A. The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).
B. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
C. The South African Development Community (SADC).
D. The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD).
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Many people in African communities prefer working together when carrying out certain tasks. The reason for this is to (Solved)
Many people in African communities prefer working together when carrying out certain tasks. The reason for this is to
A. promote the spirit of sharing resources.
B. help the lazy members of the community.
C. encourage the formation of welfare groups.
D. ensure everyone‘s work is done.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Below are statements that describe achievements of organizations in Africa.
(i) It has helped to resolve boundary conflicts in Africa.
(ii) It has encouraged countries...(Solved)
Below are statements that describe achievements of organizations in Africa.
(i) It has helped to resolve boundary conflicts in Africa.
(ii) It has encouraged countries to reduce tariffs.
(iii) It has protected the freedom of African nations.
(iv) It has helped countries to gain independence.
(v) It has let to establishment of a regional bank.
Which one of the following combination is made up of achievements of Organization of African Unity (OAU)?
A. (i). (iii) and (iv)
B. (i), (ii) and (v)
C. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
D. (iii), (iv) and (v)
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- The following statements,are of colonial administration in Africa.(Solved)
The following statements,are of colonial administration in Africa.
(i) Africans were appointed chiefs
(ii) Africans were made citizens of the colonial power.
(iii) Africans were made Christians.
(iv) Africans retained their traditions.
(v) Africans were exempted from taxation.
Which one of the following combination of the statements above is true about assimilation?
A. (i), (ii), (iii).
B. (ii), (iii), (v):
C. (iii), (iv), (v).
D. (i), (iv), (v).
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Which one of the following United Nations agency was set up to promote peace and international understanding? (Solved)
Which one of the following United Nations agency was set up to promote peace and international understanding?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNIHCR)
C. United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP)
D. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
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- The main reason why people in Kenya migrate from urban areas to rural areas is (Solved)
The main reason why people in Kenya migrate from urban areas to rural areas is
A. retirement from employment.
B. transfer from their working place.
C. need to put up residential houses.
D. need to establish business.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Which one of the following statements is true about population in Kenya and Germany?(Solved)
Which one of the following statements is true about population in Kenya and Germany?
A. The total population in Kenya is higher than the total population in Germany.
B. Life expectancy in Kenya is high while in Germany it is low.
C. Most of the population in Kenya live in rural areas while in Germany they live in urban areas.
D The number of children and adults is almost equal in Kenya and Germany.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Mwea Tebere and Perkerra Irrigation Schemes have one factor in common. It is that they (Solved)
Mwea Tebere and Perkerra Irrigation Schemes have one factor in common. It is that they
A. are used for growing rice.
B. are supplied with water from rivers.
C. were used to settle freedom fighters.
D. were set up after Kenya’s independence.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Which one of the following is a problem facing beef farming in both Kenya and Tanzania?(Solved)
Which one of the following is a problem facing beef farming in both Kenya and Tanzania?
A. Lack of markets.
B. Attacks by wild animals.
C. Frequent droughts.
D. Conflicts between beef farming and crop growing.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- The armed struggle for independence in Kenya started mainly because(Solved)
The armed struggle for independence in Kenya started mainly because
A. More Africans had received western education.
B. Political parties had been formed.
C. The ex-soldiers of Second World War formed military groups.
D. Appointment of Africans in the government encouraged young men to fight.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Which one of the following items is a product of traditional industries?(Solved)
Which one of the following items is a product of traditional industries?
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- The main reason for location of a cement factory at Bamburi is(Solved)
The main reason for location of a cement factory at Bamburi is
A. Availability of manpower.
B. Availability of a ready market.
C. Availability of raw materials.
D. Availability of transport systems.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Three of the following are security organs involved in external security in Kenya except(Solved)
Three of the following are security organs involved in external security in Kenya except
A. Kenya Army.
B. Kenya Navy.
C. Air force.
D. National Police Service.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Below is a diagram showing a method of fishing.
The method of fishing shown in the diagram is(Solved)
Below is a diagram showing a method of fishing.
The method of fishing shown in the diagram is
A. Drifting
B. Basket fishing
C. Trawling
D. Purse-seining.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Below are statements that describe some roles in a democracy.(Solved)
Below are statements that describe some roles in a democracy.
(i) Participating in national elections
(ii) Encouraging people to vote.
(iii) Promoting national unity.
(iv) Allocating resources for development.
(v) Reviewing electoral boundaries.
Which one of the following combinations of statements describe the role of political parties in a democracy?
A. (i), (ii), (iii).
B. (ii), (iv), (iv)
C. (ii), (iv), (v).
D. (i), (iv), (v).
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Below are statements about a mineral in Kenya.
(i) It is used to manufacture toothpaste.
(ii) It is used in hardening steel.
(iii) It is...(Solved)
Below are statements about a mineral in Kenya.
(i) It is used to manufacture toothpaste.
(ii) It is used in hardening steel.
(iii) It is used in the manufacture of cement.
The mineral described above is
A. Diatomite
B. Fluorspar
C. Limestone
D. Soda ash.
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- Below are some conditions that favor the growth of cash crops in Africa.
(i) Moderate rainfall.
(ii) Dry period during harvesting.
(iii) High temperatures.
(iv)...(Solved)
Below are some conditions that favor the growth of cash crops in Africa.
(i) Moderate rainfall.
(ii) Dry period during harvesting.
(iii) High temperatures.
(iv) Deep well drained volcanic soils.
(v) High humidity.
Which one of the following combination of conditions favor the growth of pyrethrum?
A. (i), (ii) and (iv)
B. (ii), (iii) and (v)
C. (m), (iv) and (v)
D. (i), (iv) and (v)
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)
- The main problem facing forests in Kenya is (Solved)
The main problem facing forests in Kenya is
A. forest fires.
B. attacks by pests and diseases.
C. distribution by wild animals.
D. clearing of forests for human activities.
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- Which mineral is correctly matched with the country where it is mined?(Solved)
Which mineral is correctly matched with the country where it is mined?
Mineral ------------------------Country
A.Gold---------------------------- Zambia
B. Petroleum---------------------- Nigeria
C. Soda ash----------------------- South Africa
D. Copper------------------------- Kenya
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- The following are factors which affect population distribution in Eastern Africa.
(i) Low temperatures.
(ii) Employment opportunities.
(iii) High rainfall.
(iv) Transport network
(v) Fertile...(Solved)
The following are factors which affect population distribution in Eastern Africa.
(i) Low temperatures.
(ii) Employment opportunities.
(iii) High rainfall.
(iv) Transport network
(v) Fertile soils.
Which combination of factors above influences the population distribution in the highlands of East Africa? A. (iii), (iv) and (v)
B. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (iii) and (v)
D. (i), (ii) and (iii)
Date posted: July 30, 2019. Answers (1)