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