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Compare trade in Zimbabwe and Swahili Coast.
Zimbabwe: Gold, ivory, cattle. Swahili: Connected Africa to Indian Ocean.
Compare the impact of external forces.
Zimbabwe: Not discussed. Swahili: Portuguese disrupted trade.
Compare unifying factors.
Zimbabwe: Not discussed. Swahili: Language and religion.
Compare architecture.
Zimbabwe: Stone structures. Swahili: Not discussed.
Compare main exports.
Zimbabwe: Gold, ivory. Swahili: Slaves, gold, ivory, timber.
Compare cultural identity.
Zimbabwe: Shona kings. Swahili: Swahili language and Islam.
Compare trade partners.
Zimbabwe: Swahili Coast. Swahili: Arab, Persian, Indian, Chinese.
Compare political structures.
Zimbabwe: Shona kings. Swahili: City-states.
Compare the impact of trade.
Zimbabwe: Wealth. Swahili: Cultural exchange.
Compare the impact of agriculture.
Zimbabwe: Agricultural advancements. Swahili: Not discussed.
What role did the Swahili language play?
A Bantu lingua franca that facilitated communication and trade.
What was the dominant religion on the Swahili Coast?
Islam.
What does Great Zimbabwe's architecture signify?
Military defense, trade hub, religious activities, administration.
What does Great Zimbabwe challenge?
Eurocentric views of pre-colonial Africa.
What is the cultural significance of Great Zimbabwe?
Symbol of power and autonomy of the Shona kings.
What is the cultural significance of Swahili architecture?
Blended African, Arab, and Persian influences.
What is the cultural significance of Swahili cuisine?
Reflects diverse influences from Africa, Arabia, and India.
What is the cultural significance of Swahili clothing?
Demonstrates a blend of local and foreign styles.
What is the cultural significance of Swahili music?
Combines African rhythms with Arabic and Indian melodies.
What is the cultural significance of Swahili literature?
Preserves history and cultural values through poetry and storytelling.
Define Great Zimbabwe.
Capital city of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe, a major trade hub.
What is the Great Enclosure?
A massive circular wall in Great Zimbabwe.
Define Conical Tower.
Structure in Great Zimbabwe, likely a granary.
What does 'Swahili' mean?
Derived from 'sawahil,' Arabic for 'coasts'.
Define Swahili Coast.
East African coast from Somalia to Mozambique.
What is a lingua franca?
A common language used for communication.
What is the Swahili language?
A Bantu lingua franca on the Swahili Coast.
Define Eurocentrism.
A worldview centered on European culture.
What is pre-colonial?
Existing before European colonization.
Define autonomy.
Self-governance or independence.