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GST 112 Study Session 10: DIASPORIC CULTURE AND NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT Objective Question
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The text distinguishes between the 'old' and 'new' diaspora. What is the primary characteristic that defines the 'old' diaspora?
Options
A Africans who voluntarily migrated for economic opportunities post-independence.
B People of African descent involuntarily shipped as slaves to Europe and the Americas.
Correct Answer
C Nigerians living abroad as professionals in the 21st century.
D Descendants of African traders who settled in other African countries.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text defines 'Old' diaspora as 'people of African descent who were involuntarily shipped as slaves to Europe and the Americas from the fifteenth century to the mid-nineteenth century'.

Hint

Consider the historical context of forced migration mentioned in the definition of the 'old' diaspora.

Question Info

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