10 Empires of African Civilizations

What present-day country was the Aksum Empire located in?

• Sudan

• Somalia

• Kenya

• Ethiopia and Eritrea

What was the Aksum Empire known for creating that is unique to Africa?

• Bronze statues

• Monumental obelisks

• Wooden sculptures

• Stone carvings

Which empire is famous for its brass artwork and trade via the Niger River?

• Mali Empire

• Songhai Empire

• Ashanti Empire

• Benin Empire

What led to the decline of the Benin Empire?

• Cultural renaissance and artistic growth

• Disruption of trade, internal strife, and military defeats.

• Economic prosperity and expansion

• Strong alliances with neighboring kingdoms

What was the Kingdom of Ghana known for in terms of wealth?

• Agricultural surplus from extensive farming practices.

• Wealth from gold and control of trans-Saharan trade routes.

• Control of maritime trade routes in the Atlantic.

• Wealth from silver mining in the region.

What caused the fall of the Kingdom of Ghana to the Mali Empire?

• Cultural assimilation with the Mali Empire

• Peaceful transition to the Mali Empire

• Economic decline due to drought

• Military conquest and internal strife led to the fall of the Kingdom of Ghana to the Mali Empire.

Who was the richest man in history associated with the Mali Empire?

• Mansa Musa

• Augustus Caesar

• Kublai Khan

• Cyrus the Great

What city became the center for education and culture in the Mali Empire?

• Djenné

• Bamako

• Timbuktu

• Koulikoro

What notable artistic achievement is the Nok Civilization known for?

• Stone carvings

• Terracotta sculptures

• Wooden masks

• Metal engravings

What were the possible reasons for the decline of the Nok Civilization?

• Environmental changes, resource depletion, social upheaval, and conflicts.

• Increased trade with neighboring civilizations

• Cultural renaissance and artistic growth

• Technological advancements, leading to prosperity