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GST 112 Study Session 11: Labour and Culture in The Pre-Colonial Period Objective Question
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How did pre-colonial Nigerian societies primarily achieve manpower development and productivity for various occupations?
Options
A Through formal schooling in established institutions.
B By importing skilled labor from other regions.
C Through indigenous education systems, vocational training, and apprenticeship within families and communities.
Correct Answer
D By relying solely on natural talent and aptitude without formal training.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text details: 'Indigenous education systems in the various polities were efficient enough to prepare young men and women for their prospective roles and responsibilities at work and in the society. Vocational training was provided by the community members... skills for occupational development were acquired through professionals within the family and community... boys were brought up to take to their father's occupation... sent to live with other men as apprentices.'

Hint

Recall the discussion on how skills were acquired and transmitted across generations in traditional societies.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 11: Labour and Culture in The Pre-Colonial Period
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 614 of 1270
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