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What was FESTAC 77?

Second World Black Festival of Arts and Culture, where Queen Idia's mask was a symbol.

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What was FESTAC 77?

Second World Black Festival of Arts and Culture, where Queen Idia's mask was a symbol.

What was Queen Njinga's resistance?

30 years of guerilla warfare against the Portuguese to maintain sovereignty.

Define extended kinship ties.

Super-sized family including everyone related by blood or marriage; held early West and Central African societies together.

What is an 'iyoba'?

Queen Mother in the Kingdom of Benin.

Define guerilla warfare.

Military tactics using hit-and-run strategies.

What is the significance of Queen Idia's mask?

Symbol of Black women's leadership, power, and beauty; adopted by FESTAC.