ASSIGNMENT 3
DUE DATE: 22 APRIL 2025
, ASSESSMENT 3: ESSAY DRAFT
Write a 1000-1500 word (4-5 page) essay. Select ONE of the following essay
topics:
Study Unit 4: The scramble for Africa
1. ‘The bringing of “civilization”, religion and infrastructure were key factors that
motivated the Scramble for
Africa. As a result, European imperialism can be seen as being largely beneficial for the
African continent’.
Do you agree with this statement? Substantiate your examples drawn from the various
territories in Africathat came under the European rule. HSY2602 Study Guide, Pages:
253–294; 298–320
OR
Study Unit 5: Africa under colonial rule
2. ‘Acculturation was the only response by Africans to imperial domination.’ Do you
agree with this statement?
Substantiate your answer with examples drawn from various territories in Africa that
came under European rule. HSY2602 Study Guide, Pages: 253–297