Jamb History 2023 Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 2023

Sierra Leone is home to a rich musical tradition, with one popular genre known as

A. Maringa
B. Reggae
C. Highlife
D. Salsa
E. 1878
F. 1882

Question 2:

• JAMB 2023

The Mahdiyya Movement began with the declaration of the Mahdi in what year?

A. 1878
B. 1882
C. 1890
D. 1885

Question 3:

• JAMB 2023

How did the Murtala/Obasanjo regime handle the issue of minority rights and tensions among various ethnic groups?

A. Encouraging forced assimilation of minority cultures
B. Implementing a quota system in government employment and education
C. Imposing martial law in regions with conflicts
D. Granting autonomy to regions seeking independence

Question 4:

• JAMB 2023

Which region of Nigeria was known for its active involvement in long-distance trade during the pre-1800 period?

A. Sahara Desert
B. Niger Delta
C. Lake Chad Basin
D. Benue River Valley

Question 5:

• JAMB 2023

The movement led by El Hadj Umar Tall in the 19th century aimed to create an Islamic state in

A. Senegal
B. Mali
C. Guinea
D. Mauritania