- 1. What is the capital city of the ancient Benin civilization?
A) Lagos
B) Ibadan
C) Benin City
D) Accra
- 2. Which kingdom did the ancient Benin civilization belong to?
A) Ghana Kingdom
B) Ashanti Kingdom
C) Benin Kingdom
D) Niger Kingdom
- 3. What is a notable material used in Benin art and sculpture?
A) Wood
B) Bronze
C) Clay
D) Stone
- 4. In which current country was the ancient Benin civilization located?
A) Ghana
B) Benin
C) Togo
D) Nigeria
- 5. The Benin walls, considered one of the largest man-made structures, were primarily built for what purpose?
A) Trade
B) Religion
C) Agriculture
D) Defense
- 6. Which European nation first made contact with the Benin Kingdom?
A) Britain
B) France
C) Spain
D) Portugal
- 7. The founding year of the Benin Kingdom is traditionally said to be around which year?
A) 1400
B) 1600
C) 1180
D) 1000
- 8. Which decade did the British sack Benin City?
A) 1870s
B) 1910s
C) 1860s
D) 1890s
- 9. Which important metal was sought after from the Benin Kingdom during trade?
A) Silver
B) Aluminum
C) Steel
D) Ivory
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