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What characterized all aspects of African history?
What characterized all aspects of African history?
- Colonial influence
- Homogeneity
- Isolation
- Diversity (correct)
What is a key feature of the African kinship system?
What is a key feature of the African kinship system?
- Promotion of individualism
- Absence of extended families
- Strict hierarchy
- Emphasis on group well-being (correct)
What was the political organization of African territories over the centuries?
What was the political organization of African territories over the centuries?
- Dictatorship in all regions
- Consistently centralized and uniform
- Influenced only by Arab trade
- Ranged from small village communities to large states and empires (correct)
What was the impact of Arab trade on Africa?
What was the impact of Arab trade on Africa?
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What characterized the African continent in terms of languages?
What characterized the African continent in terms of languages?
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Characterization of African History
- Diversity and complexity characterized all aspects of African history, with varied cultures, languages, and political systems.
African Kinship System
- A key feature of the African kinship system was its emphasis on extended family and lineage, with family ties playing a crucial role in social organization and identity.
Political Organization of African Territories
- The political organization of African territories over the centuries was marked by diverse forms of government, including kingdoms, empires, city-states, and decentralised societies.
Impact of Arab Trade on Africa
- The impact of Arab trade on Africa was significant, leading to the spread of Islam, the introduction of new technologies, and the growth of trade networks across the continent.
Linguistic Diversity of Africa
- The African continent is characterized by incredible linguistic diversity, with over 2,000 languages spoken across the continent, including Afro-Asiatic, Nilo-Saharan, and Niger-Congo language families.
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