NECTA Form Two History
Most Repeated Examination Questions
About These Questions
This collection represents the most frequently asked questions in Form Two History examinations based on analysis of past NECTA papers. Questions are categorized by topic and frequency of appearance. Use this guide to focus your revision on areas most likely to appear in your exam.
Frequency Legend: High Frequency Medium Frequency Low Frequency
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Explain the theories about the origin of man and his development.
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Describe the Stone Age period and its importance in human history.
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What were the major technological developments during the Iron Age?
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Describe the social, political, and economic organization of African societies before the 19th century.
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Compare and contrast the centralized and non-centralized African societies.
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What were the main economic activities of African societies in the pre-colonial period?
Medium Frequency
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Explain the contacts between Africa and the outside world up to the 19th century.
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What were the impacts of early contacts between East Africa and the Middle and Far East?
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Describe the Portuguese invasion in East Africa and its effects.
Medium Frequency
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Explain the causes, organization, and effects of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade.
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What were the reasons for the abolition of slave trade?
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Describe the techniques used to abolish slave trade in Africa.
Medium Frequency
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Explain the rise of industrial capitalism in Europe and its impact on Africa.
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What were the demands of industrial capitalism that led to colonization of Africa?
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Describe the role of agents of industrial capitalism in preparing for colonization.
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Explain the Scramble for and Partition of Africa.
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What were the causes and effects of the First World War?
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Describe the colonial administrative systems used in Africa.
Medium Frequency
Examination Tips for History
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Understand chronology: History is about events in time. Make sure you understand the sequence of historical events.
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Focus on causes and effects: Most questions ask about causes and effects of historical events.
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Use specific examples: When explaining concepts, use specific historical examples to support your answers.
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Practice date memorization: Important dates are frequently tested in History exams.
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Understand historical concepts: Make sure you can define and explain key historical terms like colonialism, capitalism, nationalism, etc.
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