Swahili Kingdoms and Trade

The video explores the establishment of the Swahili kingdoms in Eastern Africa by 700 AD, highlighting their trade dominance and connections with Arabia and Asia. By 1075 AD, the Shona people had formed the Kingdom of Zimbabwe, which engaged in trade with the Swahili. The Swahili acted as middlemen in trade between Great Zimbabwe, Arabia, and Asia, importing goods like porcelain and jewelry.

By what year had the Swahili people established their kingdoms in Eastern Africa?

• 700 AD

• 1000 AD

• 500 AD

• 1200 AD

Which modern-day countries did the Swahili kingdoms span from north to south?

• Egypt to South Africa

• Libya to Tanzania

• Somalia to Mozambique

• Kenya to Madagascar

What was a significant factor that allowed the Swahili people to establish trade with foreign nations?

• Their advanced agriculture

• Their military strength

• Their proximity to Arabia

• Their large population

What was the central city of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe?

• Great Zimbabwe

• Harare

• Victoria Falls

• Bulawayo

Which goods were produced by Great Zimbabwe for trade?

• Cotton and wool

• Gold and silver

• Hyleri, iron, and timber

• Spices and silk

Which city was a key trading hub for the Swahili kingdom?

• Zanzibar

• Kilwa

• Mombasa

• Dar es Salaam

What type of goods did the Swahili people import from China?

• Porcelain and jewelry

• Rice and bamboo

• Silk and tea

• Spices and herbs

How did the Swahili kingdoms benefit from their position in trade between Great Zimbabwe, Arabia, and Asia?

• By conquering neighboring lands

• By imposing import and export taxes

• By developing new technologies

• By forming military alliances