Ancient Abyssinia Quiz
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What was the key factor that led to Zimbabwe gaining control of the ivory and gold trade?

  • Significant agricultural production
  • Cultural exchange with British traders
  • Stone architecture present in the city
  • Trade relationships with Mapungubwe (correct)
  • How did the stone walls surrounding the city of Great Zimbabwe serve the city?

  • Facilitated agricultural expansion
  • Gave protection and artistic design (correct)
  • Provided architectural inspiration
  • Acted as barriers to trade
  • What was the significance of Ghana's introduction to Islam?

  • It came through the trans-Saharan trade and shared resources and culture (correct)
  • It expanded Ghana's language to include Arabic
  • It facilitated the trade of cultural artifacts
  • It increased access to advanced military technology
  • How did Ghanaian scholars write their oral stories?

    <p>In Arabic using Ajami script</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of articles were commonly described as made of gold in ancient Ghana?

    <p>Jewelry and ornaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was gold ownership regulated in ancient Ghana?

    <p>To consolidate all gold nuggets under kings' ownership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient kingdom was the most prominent in Ancient Abyssinia?

    <p>Aksum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which century was Ancient Aksum established?

    <p>4th century CE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient kingdom was known for printing its own coins as currency?

    <p>Aksum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of structures did archeologists discover in Aksum, built by Negus Ezana?

    <p>Obelisks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city was part of the ancient Harari kingdom in Ancient Abyssinia?

    <p>Harar Jugol City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient kingdom was founded by the Kalanga people and lasted till the year 1500 CE?

    <p>Zimbabwe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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