Zanzibar Quiz

What ocean is Zanzibar located off the coast of?

• Arctic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

What type of destination is Zanzibar known for?

• Forest

• Desert

• Beach

• Mountain

Who were the first permanent settlers in Zanzibar?

• Europeans

• Africans

• Asians

• Persians

What trade increased between the 12th and 15th centuries?

• Gold trade

• Spice trade

• Silk trade

• Cotton trade

Who made the first sea voyage to India?

• Christopher Columbus

• Marco Polo

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Vasco da Gama

Which country ruled Zanzibar first?

• Britain

• Portugal

• France

• Arabia

What is one of the spices mentioned in the text?

• Ginger

• Nutmeg

• Cinnamon

• Pepper

What type of merchants built settlements in Zanzibar in the 8th century?

• Chinese

• Persian

• Indian

• African

What did Zanzibar become during the Age of Exploration?

• A tourist spot

• A fishing village

• A trading center

• A farming center

Which religions have lived peacefully in Zanzibar?

• Sikhism and Buddhism

• Christianity and Islam

• Hinduism and Islam

• Buddhism and Judaism