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