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COLONIAL POLICIES AND AFRICAN DISCONTENT

SUBJECT:

HISTORY

CLASS:

SS 3

TERM:

SECOND TERM

WEEK:

WEEK 4

TOPIC:

COLONIAL POLICIES AND AFRICAN DISCONTENT

PREVIOUS LESSON:

 

THE COLONIAL AFRICA AND THE TWO WORLD WARS

 

OBJECTIVES

Objective: To understand the colonial policies implemented by European powers in Africa and how they led to African discontent and resistance.

Materials Needed:

  • PowerPoint presentation
  • Handouts on colonial policies
  • Map of Africa
  • Worksheets

 

 

CONTENT

During the colonial period, European countries implemented various policies in Africa to control the population and extract resources. However, these policies led to African discontent and resistance. Let’s explore some of these policies and their impact on African people.

  1. Forced Labor: European colonial powers forced Africans to work on various projects without pay. For example, the British used forced labor to build the Uganda Railway, while the French forced Africans to work on plantations in Madagascar. This policy led to African resentment and resistance, as they were being exploited without any compensation.
  2. Indirect Rule: European powers adopted indirect rule policies where they ruled through local chiefs or traditional leaders. This meant that Africans were not directly involved in governing themselves. This policy led to African discontent as they felt that they had no say in their own governance.
  3. Land Grabbing: European powers also took control of African land and resources, often with the help of local chiefs. This led to Africans being forced off their land and losing their traditional way of life. The policy of land grabbing led to African discontent and resistance.
  4. Taxation: European powers introduced taxation policies, which required Africans to pay taxes to the colonial government. This policy led to African discontent as they were being forced to pay taxes without any representation or benefit.
  5. Education: European colonial powers also introduced education policies to Africa. However, these policies were often designed to promote European culture and values, and did not prioritize African education. This led to African discontent as they were not being educated in ways that would benefit their own communities.

In conclusion, colonial policies implemented by European powers led to African discontent and resistance. Forced labor, indirect rule, land grabbing, taxation, and education policies were just some of the policies that led to African people feeling exploited and marginalized.

Evaluation

  1. Which colonial policy required Africans to work on various projects without pay? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  2. Which colonial policy allowed European powers to rule through local chiefs or traditional leaders? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  3. Which colonial policy led to Africans being forced off their land and losing their traditional way of life? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  4. Which colonial policy required Africans to pay taxes to the colonial government? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  5. Which colonial policy was introduced to Africa to promote European culture and values? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Education
  6. Which colonial policy led to African resentment and resistance due to being exploited without any compensation? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  7. Which colonial policy led to Africans feeling that they had no say in their own governance? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  8. Which colonial policy was designed to prioritize European education and values over African education? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Education
  9. Which colonial policy was designed to take control of African land and resources? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Taxation
  10. Which colonial policy led to African discontent and resistance due to being exploited and marginalized? a) Forced labor b) Indirect rule c) Land grabbing d) Education

Lesson Plan Presentation: Colonial Policies and African Discontent

Introduction:

  • Begin by showing a map of Africa and asking students if they know which countries colonized African countries.
  • Explain that during the colonial period, European powers implemented policies in Africa that led to African discontent and resistance.
  • Introduce the objective of the lesson.

Body:

  • Explain the various colonial policies implemented in Africa, such as forced labor, indirect rule, land grabbing, taxation, and education policies.
  • Show examples of each policy and its impact on African people.
  • Hand out worksheets for students to complete on each policy.
  • Discuss the impact of these policies on African people, including their loss of land and resources, exploitation through forced labor, and lack of representation in governance.
  • Discuss the different ways African people resisted these policies, including protests, rebellions, and uprisings.

Conclusion:

  • Summarize the main points of the lesson.
  • Discuss the importance of understanding the impact of colonial policies on Africa and how they continue to affect African countries today.
  • Encourage students to continue learning about African history and the impact of colonialism.

Assessment:

  • Review questions on colonial policies and African discontent
  • Worksheets on each policy and its impact on African people
  • Class discussion on the impact of colonial policies and African resistance
Weely Test
  1. What were the colonial policies implemented by European powers in Africa?
  2. Which policy required Africans to work on various projects without pay?
  3. What is indirect rule?
  4. Which colonial policy led to Africans being forced off their land and losing their traditional way of life?
  5. What is taxation in the context of colonial policies?
  6. Which colonial policy was introduced to Africa to promote European culture and values?
  7. Why did African people resist colonial policies?
  8. What were some of the ways African people resisted colonial policies?
  9. What was the impact of colonial policies on African people?
  10. Why is it important to understand the impact of colonial policies on Africa?
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