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