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GST 112 Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria Objective Question
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Why did traditional political elite and merchant princes, such as King Kosoko of Lagos and King Jaja of Opobo, resist British merchants moving into the hinterland?
Options
A They wanted to form their own trade alliances with other European powers.
B Their lucrative middleman positions were threatened by British advocacy of free penetration and free trade.
Correct Answer
C They feared a loss of cultural identity due to British influence.
D They preferred to maintain traditional subsistence economies without external trade.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text indicates: '...their lucrative middleman positions were threatened by British advocacy of free penetration and free trade. In the ensuing conflict of commercial interests, British merchants appealed to their home government which responded with military support.'

Hint

The resistance was primarily driven by economic self-interest in their existing trade networks.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 547 of 1270
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