Which of the following best describes the kingdom of Benin?

A. It was an island kingdom in the Sahara that had little contact with Europeans

B. Its capital was Timbuktu, a great center of medieval scholarship

C. It was an Islamic empire that invaded neighboring Mali

D. Its people were fierce warriors, clever traders, and skilled brassmakers

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Jimmy Mcneil

History

17 May, 14:35

Which of the following best describes the kingdom of Benin?

A. It was an island kingdom in the Sahara that had little contact with Europeans

B. Its capital was Timbuktu, a great center of medieval scholarship

C. It was an Islamic empire that invaded neighboring Mali

D. Its people were fierce warriors, clever traders, and skilled brassmakers

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Sydnee Galloway · Answer 1

Option D.

Explanation:

The Kingdom of Benin was a pre-colonial empire that flourished in southern Nigeria. The capital of this Kingdom was Edo. The kingdom formed an exceptional artistic culture, notably in its outstanding artifacts of iron, bronze and ivory. The people of this kingdom were ferocious fighters, skillful traders, and experienced brass-makers.

Bentley Snow · Answer 2

The answer to this is B.