12. Which best explains why some newly independent African countries, such as Kenya, were able to avoid civil war immediately after gaining independence? (Points : 3)
They immediately allied themselves with either the United States or the USSR.

Colonial rulers made an effort to prepare the colony for independence.

Imperial troops stayed in the former colony for many years to maintain peace and order.

Neighboring African countries intervened to keep civil war from breaking out.

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12.  Which best explains why some newly independent African countries, such as Kenya, were able to avoid civil war immediately after gaining independence?       (Points : 3)  
       They immediately allied themselves with either the United States or the USSR.

        Colonial rulers made an effort to prepare the colony for independence.

        Imperial troops stayed in the former colony for many years to maintain peace and order.

        Neighboring African countries intervened to keep civil war from breaking out.