The Rise of the Oyo Empire in West Africa - Test
- 1. What was the primary economic activity of the Oyo Empire?
A) Fishing
B) Mining
C) Farming
D) Trade
- 2. What type of government did the Oyo Empire have?
A) Monarchy
B) Theocracy
C) Republic
D) Democracy
- 3. The Oyo Empire primarily expanded into which region?
A) Ghana
B) Nigeria
C) Mali
D) Senegal
- 4. In the Oyo Empire, who were the 'Oyo Mesi'?
A) Merchants
B) Farmers
C) Warriors
D) Council of chiefs
- 5. Which city served as the capital of the Oyo Empire?
A) Ibadan
B) Oyo-Ile
C) Lagos
D) Ilorin
- 6. What system of agriculture was common in the Oyo Empire?
A) Shifting agriculture
B) Hydroponics
C) Terrace farming
D) Agribusiness
- 7. The Oyo Empire was located in which part of West Africa?
A) Central
B) Southeastern
C) Northeastern
D) Southwestern
- 8. What led to the decline of the Oyo Empire?
A) Internal conflicts
B) Invasion by Europeans
C) Famine
D) Natural disasters
- 9. During which century did the Oyo Empire reach its peak?
A) 20th century
B) 16th century
C) 18th century
D) 15th century
- 10. Who were the primary rulers of the Oyo Empire known for their military prowess?
A) Onis
B) Obas
C) Alaafin
D) Eso
|