Dahomey Kingdom and Agojie Warriors

The video explores the history of the Dahomey Kingdom in modern-day Benin, focusing on its powerful women warrior force, the Agojie. It details the recruitment and rigorous training of these warriors, highlighting the challenges they face and their final test of endurance. The narrative follows two recruits, Su-kyong and Nancy, as they undergo training and ultimately succeed in joining the Agojie regiment.

What was the geographical location of the Kingdom of Dahomey?

• South coast of Africa

• North coast of Africa

• West coast of Africa

• East coast of Africa

Which neighboring kingdoms did Dahomey expand against?

• Mali and Songhai

• Ashanti and Yoruba

• Zulu and Swahili

• Egypt and Nubia

Who were recruited to become Agojie warriors?

• Slaves, rebellious girls, and the poor

• Only noble women

• Male soldiers

• Foreign mercenaries

At what age could girls be recruited into the Agojie regiments?

• 20 years old

• 15 years old

• 10 years old

• 5 years old

What was the main challenge faced by Su-kyong during training?

• Homesickness

• Injury during battle

• Lack of food

• Struggling with the training

What was the final test for the Agojie recruits?

• Running a marathon

• Crawling through acacia thorns

• Crossing a river

• Climbing a mountain

What would happen to Su-kyong if she failed the final test?

• She would be sold as a slave

• She would be given another chance

• She would be sent home

• She would be punished

What was the outcome for Nanika and Su-kyong after the final test?

• Only Su-kyong was accepted

• Only Nanika was accepted

• Both were accepted

• Neither was accepted