The Organization of African Unity Sought to

question 12

Multiple Choice

The Organization of African Unity sought to

• A) raise awareness about the perils of independence without preparation.
• B) forge an alliance among all the African states based on prosperity, freedom and territorial integrity.
• C) build a coalition of military-based African governments.
• D) compete with the European Economic Union.
• E) entice extensive Western aid and assistance.

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