Why did the Congo fall into civil disarray so quickly after gaining independence from Belgium?

A. the failure of Belgium to prepare the colony for self rule
B. riots over the lack of jobs for its large educated population
C. fighting between strong nationalistic parties in the country
D. violent disagreements between the two largest ethnic groups


Answer: A

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A. by Johnson and approved during the Nixon administration. B. by Kennedy and approved during the Johnson administration. C. and approved during the Kennedy administration. D. by Eisenhower and approved during the Kennedy administration. E. and approved during the Johnson administration.

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