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GST 112 Study Session 10: DIASPORIC CULTURE AND NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT Objective Question
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What distinguishes the 'old' diaspora from the 'new' diaspora in the African context, as defined in the text?
Options
A The 'old' diaspora involved voluntary migration for economic reasons, while the 'new' was involuntary.
B The 'old' diaspora refers to people involuntarily shipped as slaves, while the 'new' describes voluntary post-independence migrants.
Correct Answer
C The 'old' diaspora was primarily for educational pursuits, while the 'new' was for political asylum.
D The 'old' diaspora stayed within Africa, while the 'new' moved to Europe and the Americas.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text clarifies: '“Old" diaspora refers to people of African descent who were involuntarily shipped as slaves... while “new” diaspora is used to describe Africans who went voluntarily in search of the "golden fleece" in different parts of the world, especially in the post-independence period.' (Page 4)

Hint

Consider the historical context of African migration, particularly before and after independence.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 10: DIASPORIC CULTURE AND NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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