Idoma and Ebira Cultural Quiz yr 8

What is a key characteristic of a non-centralized state?

• A single, all-powerful emperor

• A central capital ruling all territories

• Power sharing among clans and communities

• Rule by a military junta

The Idoma people are predominantly located in which modern Nigerian state?

• Kogi State

• Rivers State

• Benue State

• Taraba State

The paramount traditional ruler of the Idoma people is known as the:

• Ohinoyi

• Ocheibi

• Och'Idoma

• Ad'Alekwu

Which of these is a major commercial and administrative town for the Idoma?

• Lokoja

• Okene

• Otukpo

• Makurdi

The Idoma title 'Ad'Alekwu' is primarily associated with the role of:

• Military General

• Clan Head

• Head of the Ancestral Cult

• Chief Farmer

Which crop are the Idoma people renowned for cultivating and innovating with?

• Cocoa

• Rubber

• Soya Beans

• Rice

What is the name of the distinctive black and red striped fabric of the Idoma?

• Aso-Oke

• Akwete

• 'A'negu A'lo'

• Ankara

The primary socio-political unit in Idoma land was the:

• Kingdom

• Empire

• Clan ('Oloche')

• Province

The Idoma age grade system, responsible for community security and projects, is called:

• 'Ireku'

• 'Orya'

• 'Olegbe'

• 'Ekine'

All of these are products made from soya beans EXCEPT:

• Soya Pap

• Palm Wine

• Akara

• Soya Milk