History - Grade 12 -2023 G.C

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25. Which one of the following was a consequence of the American Civil War?

  1. Industrialization of American economy.
  2. Colonization of the south by the north.
  3. Toleration of slavery in some parts of the south.
  4. End of racism across the whole of the United States.

26. Which of the following processes contributed to the emergence of the "The Eastern Question"?

  1. The discovery of oil in territories ruled by the Ottoman Empire.
  2. The rivalry between the Ottomans and Russians for control of the Mediterranean.
  3. The spread of nationalism among the Slavic peoples of the Ottoman Empire.
  4. The expansion of the Austrian Empire to lands that were previously under the control of the Ottomans.

27. How did Tewodros II come to power?

  1. By defeating his opponents through military means.
  2. By gaining the support of the Orthodox Church
  3. By claiming he was the Tewodros of The Fikare Iyesus.
  4. By using British diplomatic support.

28. What was the significance of the Battle of Assam for Kassa Mircha of Tigray?

  1. It convinced the British to support him in his bid to become emperor.
  2. It helped him defeat a major rival and hence become emperor.
  3. It convinced him to modernize his army if he wanted to become emperor
  4. It helped him become the sole governor of the province of Tigray.

29. What strategy did Menelik use in his expansion to the south prior to 1889?

  1. Overwhelming force across the whole region.
  2. Force for state societies but negotiation among non-state peoples.
  3. A combination of diplomacy and force across the whole region
  4. Peaceful methods among Christians but force in non-Christian areas.

We have provided these questions from previous years grade 12 Ethiopian Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (ESSLCE) exams with the sole purpose of assisting students in their studies and preparations for upcoming exams. Please be aware that these questions are not indicative of future exam content. Good luck with your studies!

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