Y5 Benin Assessment

What is your name?

What class are you in?

• Ash
• Hornbeam
• Rowan

Q1. Which letter labels Nigeria on this map of Africa?

• A
• B
• C
• D
• E

Q2. What is this building a reconstruction of?

• Benin Castle
• The Royal Palace of the Oba of Benin
• Presidential Palace of Nigeria
• British Embassy of Benin

Q3. What are some of the key physical features of the former Benin Empire? Tick all that are true.

• Near the Niger River
• Temperate climate
• Low lying land
• Access to the coast
• Mild weather

Q4. How did trade along the River Niger allow the kingdom of Benin to grow?

• It was the 3rd largest river
• Connected Benin to other large and rich empires
• More people came to visit
• You could sail ships on it

Q5. Why did the British Empire want to colonize Benin?

• They wanted to live in parts of Africa
• They wanted it's natural resources such as palm oil and rubber
• Benin had a bigger empire than the British
• They were at war with Benin

Q6. How did life improve for the Benin people under the leadership of the Oba?

• The Oba was strong enough to protect them
• Society became more organised and secure.
• The Oba looked after everyone.
• People became richer and healthier

Q7. Look at this artefact from Ancient Benin. How does it show us that the Obas lived a life of luxury?

• The artefact is small and simple, indicating a modest lifestyle.
• The artefact displays intricate carvings, elaborate designs, and the use of expensive materials like ivory and brass.
• The artefact is plain and lacks any intricate designs or carvings.
• The artefact is made of cheap materials like plastic and cardboard.

Answer explanation

Q8. This brass plaque shows the Oba, or King, of Benin and his attendants. Why do you think the Oba is shown to be much bigger than the other people?

• The Oba is shown bigger because he is the youngest in the group.
• The Oba is depicted larger to highlight his significance and God-like authority.

• The artist made a mistake in the proportions of the figures.
• The Oba is depicted larger to show he is physically stronger than the others.