African Monarchies Flashcards
What title is often used for traditional African kings?
Oba
Which country has the Zulu monarchy?
South Africa
True or False: The Ashanti Kingdom is located in Ghana.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the highest title in the Kingdom of Lesotho.
King
Which African country has a dual monarchy system?
Swaziland (Eswatini)
What is the role of the king in the Kingdom of Eswatini?
He serves as both head of state and head of government.
What does the term ‘paramount chief’ refer to?
A chief who has authority over other chiefs within a certain region.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the traditional ruler of the Yoruba people in Nigeria.
Oba
What is one challenge faced by modern African monarchies?
Balancing traditional authority with democratic governance.
Multiple choice: Which of the following countries has retained a significant royal family? A) Egypt B) Nigeria C) Ethiopia D) Libya
C) Ethiopia
What is a ‘chiefdom’?
A political unit headed by a chief, often found in various African societies.
What is the primary cultural role of the king in the Ashanti Kingdom?
To preserve the traditions and customs of the Ashanti people.
Which African country has a king known as the ‘Ngwenyama’?
Eswatini
Name one famous African monarch from history.
Mansa Musa of Mali
What is a common misconception about African monarchies?
That they are all outdated and irrelevant in modern society.
Fill in the blank: The _____ of Nigeria is a well-known traditional ruler.
Oba
What is the role of the ‘kingmaker’ in some African monarchies?
To select or endorse the next king.
What is the significance of royal ceremonies in African cultures?
They reinforce social order and cultural values.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the traditional ruler of the Baganda people in Uganda.
Kabaka
What is a ‘cultural festival’ in the context of African monarchies?
An event celebrating traditions, often led by the monarchy.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a title for a traditional ruler in the Buganda Kingdom.
Kabaka
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the traditional ruler of the Xhosa people in South Africa.
Chief
