The Rise of the Oyo Empire in West Africa - Quiz
- 1. What was the primary economic activity of the Oyo Empire?
A) Mining
B) Farming
C) Trade
D) Fishing
- 2. What type of government did the Oyo Empire have?
A) Theocracy
B) Democracy
C) Monarchy
D) Republic
- 3. The Oyo Empire primarily expanded into which region?
A) Nigeria
B) Senegal
C) Ghana
D) Mali
- 4. In the Oyo Empire, who were the 'Oyo Mesi'?
A) Farmers
B) Council of chiefs
C) Merchants
D) Warriors
- 5. Which city served as the capital of the Oyo Empire?
A) Lagos
B) Ibadan
C) Oyo-Ile
D) Ilorin
- 6. What system of agriculture was common in the Oyo Empire?
A) Shifting agriculture
B) Agribusiness
C) Hydroponics
D) Terrace farming
- 7. The Oyo Empire was located in which part of West Africa?
A) Northeastern
B) Southwestern
C) Central
D) Southeastern
- 8. What led to the decline of the Oyo Empire?
A) Natural disasters
B) Famine
C) Invasion by Europeans
D) Internal conflicts
- 9. During which century did the Oyo Empire reach its peak?
A) 18th century
B) 15th century
C) 20th century
D) 16th century
- 10. Who were the primary rulers of the Oyo Empire known for their military prowess?
A) Onis
B) Obas
C) Alaafin
D) Eso
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