African Ethnic and Religious Groups Quiz

What is a religious group identified by?

• Common language

• Mutual religious beliefs and practices

• Shared ancestry

• Geographical location

Which religion was brought to Northern Africa by Arabs around 700 CE?

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Christianity

What is the main language spoken by the Arab ethnic group?

• Swahili

• Twi

• Bantu

• Arabic

Where do most Ashanti people live today?

• Egypt and Libya

• South Africa and Namibia

• Kenya and Tanzania

• Ghana and Ivory Coast

What is the significance of the Golden Stool in Ashanti culture?

• It is used in religious ceremonies

• It is a symbol of wealth

• It is a sacred symbol of the Ashanti kingdom

• It represents the Ashanti language

What does the term 'Bantu' mean?

• The people

• The farmers

• The traders

• The warriors

Which religion is predominantly practiced by the Swahili people?

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Judaism

• Islam

What is a common feature of ethnic groups?

• Shared history and language

• Same political beliefs

• Identical physical appearance

• Uniform clothing style

Which ethnic group is known for speaking the Twi language?

• Swahili

• Ashanti

• Bantu

• Arabs

What is the primary religion of most Arabs in Northern Africa?

• Judaism

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Christianity