2026 WAEC GCE SECOND SERIES (NOV.) HISTORY : 2026 WAEC GCE Second Series HISTORY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (2897)

(1a)
(i) Interviews with elders or other knowledgeable individuals
(ii) Recorded stories or oral histories passed down through the generations
(iii) Traditional storytelling or folktales.

(1b)
(i) Oral sources can provide unique perspectives and experiences that may not be captured in written records.

(ii) Oral sources can help to fill in gaps in the historical record, particularly for periods or events that are not well-documented.

(iii) Oral sources can provide insights into the culture and traditions of a particular time period or community.

(iv) Oral sources can be a valuable source of information for researchers who are studying the history of a particular region or community.

(3)
(i) Weaving provided a source of income and livelihood for many people, particularly women.

(ii) Weaving was a valuable skill that was passed down from generation to generation, and played a role in the transmission of cultural traditions and values.

(iii) Weaving was used to create a wide range of practical and decorative items, including clothing, baskets, mats, and other household goods.

(iv) Weaving was a social activity that brought people together and facilitated communication and cooperation.

(v) Weaving was a form of artistic expression and a way to create and preserve cultural identity.

(4)
(a) Successionise crisis among the oba during the 19th century.

(b) Revolt from conquer territories within the empire and also outside the empire especially in the early.

(c) the largenous of the empire was also a major factor as it stretches to the west to present day unto state making it difficult to administer.

(d) the abolishion of the tron - Atlantic slave trade in 1807, by the British act of parliament, weakers the economics base of the empire.

(e) finally the British invasion of Benin in 1899, known as the Benin masscre weaken the empire.

(7)
(i) Loss of life: Insecurity can lead to violence and conflict, which can result in loss of life.

(ii) Displacement: Insecurity can cause people to flee their homes, leading to displacement and homelessness.

(iii) Economic instability: Insecurity can lead to disruption of businesses and trade, resulting in economic instability and loss of income for individuals and communities.

(iv) Psychological impacts: Insecurity can cause fear, anxiety, and stress, which can have negative impacts on mental health.

(v) Social disruption: Insecurity can lead to breakdown of social bonds and trust, making it difficult for people to work together and support each other.