Early Ancient African Societies Quiz
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- Q1
Which defines Bantu people?
Group of African ethnicities sharing linguistic and cultural similarities. They are historically known for their migrations and agricultural practices across sub-Saharan Africa.
A religious community known for its monotheistic beliefs and contributions to early scientific and philosophical thought in ancient Askum.
A group of nomadic traders known for their extensive trade routes across the Sahara Desert, primarily dealing in gold, salt, and spices.
Group of African ethnicities sharing linguistic and cultural similarities. They are historically known for their migrations and agricultural practices across sub-Saharan Africa.
30s - Q2
How did Bantu expansion impact the linguistic diversity of Central and West Africa?
Bantu languages spread throughout the entire continent of Africa.
The Bantu language was the official language adopted by the Nubian Empire
European languages such as Spanish and French initially dominated most of Southern Africa,
Bantu linguistic schools opened in various cities taught by key Muslim leaders.
30s - Q3
Which of the following best describes the image?
Aksumite sculpture
Egyptian sculpture
Nok civilization sculpture
Kushite sculpture
30s - Q4
Which of the following best describes the source of conflict between Egypt and Nubia?
Egypt copied Aksum’s currency and script (Ge’ez).
Egypt and Nubia competed over access to resources being developed within Nok societies.
Egypt depended on the Nubian resources of gold and other luxury items.
The Pharaoh’s frequently battled over controlling any transportation on the Nile River.
30s - Q5
Which of the following describes the impact of gold and trade on the Sudanic empires?
Each of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai reached their height as an empire at the same time.
The Portuguese were able to establish Catholic schools and churches in key trade posts.
The Congo River facilitated the trade of gold throughout different empires.
In the trans-Sahara Islam spread throughout West Africa through commerce from African traders and administrators.
30s - Q6
Which of the following best describes how Mansa Musa’s influence increased Mali’s expansion?
Mansa Musa focused primarily on agricultural expansion, increasing Mali’s land for farming and food production.
Mansa Musa discouraged trade with other nations, focusing solely on keeping Mali’s resources within the empire.
Mansa Musa centralized power in Mali by restricting trade routes to only benefit his empire.
Mansa Musa established the Mali Empire as a center for trade, cultural exchange, and learning.
30s - Q7
Which of the following represents another name for the three black circled items on the map?
Sudanic Empire
Aksum Empire
Egyptian Empire
Medieval Empires
30s - Q8
What was the primary source of wealth for medieval Ghana?
Control of the gold trade
Timber export
Silver mining
Agriculture
30s - Q9
What was a major factor in the eventual downfall of the Songhay Empire?
Overthrow by the Mali Empire.
Conquest by the Portuguese explorers
Continuous droughts and agricultural failure.
Civil wars, dynastic conflicts, and invasions by Morocco.
30s - Q10
Free-Response Question (FRQ): Explain one significant religious developments in the Kingdom of Aksum that King Ezana helped to establish.
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