Quiz on the Benin Kingdom

What was the title of the ruler of the Benin Kingdom?

• Emir

• Oba

• Pharaoh

• Sultan

Where is the ancient Benin Kingdom located today?

• Ghana

• South Africa

• Nigeria

• Kenya

What are the Benin Bronzes primarily made of?

• Gold

• Copper

• Brass and ivory

• Marble

Which European country first established contact with the Benin Kingdom in the 15th century?

• France

• Portugal

• Britain

• Spain

What was the capital of the Benin Kingdom?

• Abuja

• Ife

• Edo

• Lagos

In which year did the British Punitive Expedition invade Benin?

• 1845

• 1897

• 1901

• 1914

What was the Benin Moat primarily used for?

• Fishing

• Farming

• Religious rituals

• Defense

What religion was most practiced in the ancient Benin Kingdom?

• Islam

• Christianity

• Traditional African religion

• Buddhism

Which of the following was a major export of the Benin Kingdom?

• Cotton

• Oil

• Artwork

• Salt

What kind of artwork was the Benin Kingdom famous for?

• Tapestry

• Pottery

• Mosaics

• Bronze and ivory sculptures