History Quiz: Mapungubwe Kingdom

A religious ceremony or process is called a ritual.

Houses with surrounding land and small buildings are called homesteads.

What did the kings of Mapungubwe use to show their wealth and power?

How did the rulers of Mapungubwe get the glass beads, glazed pottery and cloth? And who wanted ivory and gold from Africa?

Describe how Arab traders travelled from India to the east coast of Africa.

List the goods traded and describe what the kings in each continent used the goods for.

Explain why many East African people are Muslims.

What is a World Heritage site?

• A site important for all people

• A site only for local people

• A site with no historical significance

What is The Order of Mapungubwe?

• An award for great achievement

• A type of trade route

• A historical site

What did archaeologists find on top of Mapungubwe hill?

• Ancient Chinese pottery

• Modern artifacts

• Only local goods