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What did African stateless society stand for, to Europeans?
What did African stateless society stand for, to Europeans?
To Europeans, African stateless societies stood for a lack of organization and civilization, reinforcing colonial justifications.
How did Ghanaian kings protect their kingdom so that they were strong rulers?
How did Ghanaian kings protect their kingdom so that they were strong rulers?
Ghanaian kings protected their kingdom through a strong army, control over trade routes (especially gold), and the maintenance of a centralized bureaucracy.
What did wood carving, sculpture, music, and dancing stand for in African community?
What did wood carving, sculpture, music, and dancing stand for in African community?
Wood carving, sculpture, music, and dancing stood for cultural expression, spiritual connection, historical preservation, and community bonding in African society.
Contrast men with women in African community.
Contrast men with women in African community.
Was Slavery unique to Africa? Justify your answer.
Was Slavery unique to Africa? Justify your answer.
How did African people perform religion?
How did African people perform religion?
Flashcards
Stateless Societies (European View)
Stateless Societies (European View)
European colonizers saw stateless African societies as uncivilized and without formal governance.
Ghanaian Kings' Power
Ghanaian Kings' Power
Ghanaian kings maintained power through control of gold trade, strong army and diplomacy.
Significance of African Arts
Significance of African Arts
Arts represent community values, spirituality, history, communication, and social cohesion.
Gender Roles in African Communities
Gender Roles in African Communities
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Slavery and Africa
Slavery and Africa
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African Religious Practices
African Religious Practices
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African Stateless Societies
African Stateless Societies
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Ghana's Trade Power
Ghana's Trade Power
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Music and Dance in Africa
Music and Dance in Africa
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Ancestor Worship Significance
Ancestor Worship Significance
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Study Notes
- The exam is for African Civilisation 1st session
- The level is Licence 1
- The duration is 1 hour 30 minutes
Exam Questions
- What did African stateless society stand for Europeans?
- How did Ghanaian kings protect their kingdom so that they were strong rulers?
- What did wood carving, sculpture, music and dancing stand for the African community?
- Contrast men with women in the African community.
- Was slavery unique to Africa? Justify your answer.
- How did African people perform religion?
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Description
This exam covers key aspects of African civilization. It will test the understanding of stateless societies, Ghanaian kings strategies, and the significance of art and music in African communities. It also explores gender roles, slavery in Africa, and the expression of religion among African people.
