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Gold Coast History and Education

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Which of these options were NOT involved in the initial trade activities with Europeans in the 'Gold Coast'? (Select all that apply)

Salt

Cocoa (correct)

Gold

Timber (correct)

What was the main method of education in the Gold Coast prior to the arrival of Europeans?

Oral transmission of knowledge and skills (correct)

Guidance from spiritual leaders

Formal education in schools

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From the given information, what can you infer about the Portuguese arrival and the Gold Coast's name?

The land was already called 'Gold Coast' when the Portuguese arrived, and it was not their naming

The Portuguese arrived here specifically for gold, knowing about its presence beforehand (correct)

Gold deposits were easily accessible at that time, prompting the trade of gold

The Portuguese initially named the place 'Gold Coast' due to its beautiful beaches

Based on the information provided, which group received formal education first in the Gold Coast?

<p>Children of wealthy traders and local chiefs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of setting was initially used for formal education in the Gold Coast?

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First Europeans in Gold Coast

The first Europeans to arrive on the Gold Coast were the Portuguese.

Year Portuguese arrived

The Portuguese arrived at the Gold Coast in 1471.

Reason for 'Gold Coast' name

The Portuguese named it 'Gold Coast' because of its gold deposits.

Initial trade before slavery

Europeans began with the salt trade before moving to the slave trade.

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Informal education basis

Informal education in the Gold Coast was based on oral transmission of knowledge and skills.

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Gold Coast History and Education

The first Europeans to arrive on the Gold Coast were the Portuguese in 1671.
The Portuguese named the region "Gold Coast" due to its gold deposits.
Before the arrival of Europeans, education on the Gold Coast was informal.
The informal education focused on oral transmission of knowledge and skills.
Formal education in the Gold Coast started with children of local chiefs and wealthy traders.
The first formal education was conducted in schools in the city.
The term "Mulattos" refers to children of mixed race.
Europeans traded salt before moving to the slave trade.
Wesleyan mission schools were open to both boys and girls.

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Explore the rich history of the Gold Coast, including the arrival of the Portuguese and the evolution of education in the region. Learn about the informal education practices before European influence and the establishment of formal schooling. This quiz covers key events and terms related to the educational development in the Gold Coast.