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Decolonization and Independence — Test

Question 42 • World History

What factors contributed to the military coup in Ghana?

Answer
A
the Pan-African movement and the Mau Mau uprising
B
growth in the oil industry and election fraud
C
corruption and economic problems
D
ethnic tensions and laws restricting political freedom

Explanation

Ghana’s 1966 military coup was fueled by public dissatisfaction with Kwame Nkrumah’s government. Corruption and serious economic problems weakened confidence in the government and helped create support for the coup. Therefore, the correct choice is corruption and economic problems.

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