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History · Paper 1 · 2025

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Section A

1. 1 mark

Which of the following was the feature of the first exploitative mode of production?

A. Collective ownership of the major means of production
B. Presence of workers and owners of industries
C. Presence of landlords and peasants
D. Exploitation of the slaves by the slave masters
E. Exploitation of peasants through rent payment
2. 6 marks

Match the terms in List A with the corresponding terms in List B by writing the correct response beside the item number in the answer booklet(s) provided. List A List B

(i) An agricultural system that involves the movement of farmers from one place to another. 1 mk
(ii) A form of animal husbandry in which livestock are kept in one location. 1 mk
(iii) The practice of keeping livestock alongside crop cultivation. 1 mk
(iv) An irrigation system used by ancient Egyptians consisting of a pole with a weight on one side and a bucket on the other. 1 mk
(v) The use of channels or pipes to supply water to a piece of land so that crops can grow. 1 mk
(vi) The practice of planting different types of crops on the same piece of land seasonally. 1 mk

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12. 1 mark

Which organization led the struggle against apartheid in South Africa?

A. African National Congress (ANC)
B. Boko Haram
C. Al-Qaeda
D. The United Nations
13. 1 mark

The Cold War was primarily a conflict between:

A. The United States and Japan.
B. The Soviet Union and China.
C. The United States and the Soviet Union.
D. Germany and Italy.
14. 1 mark

Which of the following is a non-aligned nation?

A. United States
B. Soviet Union
C. India
D. United Kingdom
15. 1 mark

The end of the Cold War led to:

A. The rise of a bipolar world.
B. The collapse of the Soviet Union.
C. Increased global tensions.
D. The formation of new superpowers.
16. 1 mark

Globalization is best described as:

A. The process of countries becoming more isolated.
B. The increasing interconnectedness of the world.
C. The dominance of one global superpower.
D. A return to traditional economies.

Section B

3. 6 marks

The following are the names of African rulers during the pre-colonial period: Kabaka Mutesa, Mansa Musa, Askia Mohammed, Shaka Zulu, Mtemi Mirambo, Zwangendaba. Answer all questions in this section.

((a)(i) Identify the rulers belonging to South Africa. 2 mk
(b) Which roles are played by Morans in the Maasai society? Give three points. 3 mk

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4. 6 marks

Arrange the following statements in a chronological order by writing number 1 to 6 beside the item number in the answer booklet(s) provided.

(i) Portuguese sailors started voyages of discoveries during mercantilism. 1 mk
(ii) Scramble for and partition of Africa led to the colonization of Africa. 1 mk
(iii) New states were established in Africa based on geographical boundaries that were established after the partition. 1 mk
(iv) Neo-colonialism is still undermining the economic development in Africa. 1 mk
(v) Before 1800 AD, Africa and its interior had not been explored by the European explorers. 1 mk
(vi) The Berlin Conference was held to regulate European colonization and trade in Africa. 1 mk

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5. 9 marks

Briefly explain three reasons which enabled Tanganyika to achieve her independence earlier than Kenya.

(none) Reason 3 3 mk

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6. 9 marks

Why did the people of Southern Tanganyika decide to fight against the Germans from 1905 to 1907? Briefly give three points.

(none) Point 3 3 mk

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7. 9 marks

"Internal factors promoted African nationalism." In three points, briefly justify this statement.

(none) Point 3 3 mk

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8. 9 marks

Briefly explain three ways through which slaves were obtained during the slave trade period.

(none) Way 3 3 mk

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17. 8 marks

a) What is a constitution? (b) State three (3) functions of a constitution. (c) Explain any four (4) sources of the constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania.

(a) What is a constitution? 2 mk
(b) State three (3) functions of a constitution. 3 mk
(c) Explain any four (4) sources of the constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania. 3 mk

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18. 8 marks

a) Define the term 'colonialism'. (b) Mention three (3) methods used by colonial powers to establish their control over African territories. (c) Explain any four (4) negative impacts of colonialism in Africa.

(a) Define the term 'colonialism'. 2 mk
(b) Mention three (3) methods used by colonial powers to establish their control over African territories. 3 mk
(c) Explain any four (4) negative impacts of colonialism in Africa. 3 mk

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19. 8 marks

a) What is meant by the term 'African Nationalism'? (b) State three (3) factors that contributed to the rise of African Nationalism. (c) Explain any four (4) methods used by African nationalists to achieve independence.

(a) What is meant by the term 'African Nationalism'? 2 mk
(b) State three (3) factors that contributed to the rise of African Nationalism. 3 mk
(c) Explain any four (4) methods used by African nationalists to achieve independence. 3 mk

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20. 8 marks

a) Define the term 'labour migration'. (b) Mention three (3) reasons for labour migration in colonial Tanganyika. (c) Explain any four (4) consequences of labour migration in colonial Tanganyika.

(a) Define the term 'labour migration'. 2 mk
(b) Mention three (3) reasons for labour migration in colonial Tanganyika. 3 mk
(c) Explain any four (4) consequences of labour migration in colonial Tanganyika. 3 mk

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21. 8 marks

a) Define the term 'Industrial Revolution'. (b) State three (3) main features of the First Industrial Revolution. (c) Explain any four (4) impacts of the Industrial Revolution on Africa.

(a) Define the term 'Industrial Revolution'. 2 mk
(b) State three (3) main features of the First Industrial Revolution. 3 mk
(c) Explain any four (4) impacts of the Industrial Revolution on Africa. 3 mk

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22. 8 marks

a) What is meant by 'indirect rule' as a system of colonial administration? (b) Mention three (3) territories in Africa where indirect rule was primarily applied. (c) Explain any four (4) advantages and disadvantages of indirect rule in Africa.

(a) What is meant by 'indirect rule' as a system of colonial administration? 2 mk
(b) Mention three (3) territories in Africa where indirect rule was primarily applied. 3 mk
(c) Explain any four (4) advantages and disadvantages of indirect rule in Africa. 3 mk

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Section C

9. 15 marks

Why were Africans defeated by the colonialists during the establishment of colonial rule? Explain by giving six points.

(none) Point 6 1 mk

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10. 15 marks

"Africa was seriously affected by the Great Economic Depression that occurred between 1929 and 1933." Justify this statement by giving six points.

(none) Point 6 1 mk

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11. 15 marks

By giving six points, explain the challenges facing the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

(none) Challenge 6 1 mk

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