Explain What Is Meant by "The National Question" and How

question 16

Essay

Explain what is meant by "the national question" and how Nigerians have attempted to address it.

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Definitions:

Dramaturgical Analysis

A sociological perspective introduced by Erving Goffman, which likens social interaction to performing on a stage, where individuals manage impressions in front of others.

Double Consciousness

A concept referring to the bifurcated consciousness that African Americans and other marginalized groups navigate, dealing with their own identity and the perceptions imposed by a prejudiced society.

The Looking Glass Self

A sociological concept that people develop their self-image partially based on how they believe others perceive them.

Sympathetic Introspection

A method in social science whereby researchers strive to understand the experiences and motivations of others by vicariously participating in their emotional experiences.