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GST 112 Study Session 11: Labour and Culture in The Pre-Colonial Period Objective Question
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According to the text, what was the primary purpose of slavery in pre-colonial Nigeria?
Options
A To acquire political power and territorial expansion.
B To serve as a means of labour recruitment for domestic and agricultural activities.
Correct Answer
C To facilitate long-distance trade with European powers.
D To establish a rigid class system based on birthright.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text explicitly states: 'Apart from this arrangement, the other means of labour recruitment was slavery, and the slave trade. In fact, slavery was an important means of labour recruitment both for domestic and agricultural activities.'

Hint

The question asks about its purpose as a 'means of labour recruitment'.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 11: Labour and Culture in The Pre-Colonial Period
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 605 of 1270
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