All Flashcards
When did the Kingdom of Zimbabwe flourish?
12th to 15th century.
When did Swahili city-states share common elements?
11th to 15th centuries.
When did the Portuguese invade the Swahili Coast?
16th century.
What was the significance of Great Zimbabwe's construction?
Demonstrated Shona kings' power and pre-colonial sophistication.
What role did the Swahili Coast play in trade?
Linked Africa's interior to Indian Ocean trade networks.
What facilitated cultural cohesion on the Swahili Coast?
Shared Swahili language and Islam.
What was the impact of the Portuguese invasion?
Disrupted trade networks and political structures.
What was traded from Great Zimbabwe?
Gold, ivory, and cattle.
What was the effect of trade on the Shona people?
They became wealthy from their resources.
What was the effect of the Portuguese invasion on Swahili culture?
Swahili culture persisted despite disruption.
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.
What is the cultural significance of Great Zimbabwe's architecture?
Demonstrates pre-colonial African sophistication.
What role did Swahili play in cultural unity?
Facilitated communication and trade.
How did Islam impact Swahili culture?
Fostered a sense of cultural identity.
What does Great Zimbabwe symbolize?
Power, agricultural advancements, sophistication.
What is the importance of Swahili resilience?
Culture persisted despite Portuguese influence.
How did shared language impact Swahili culture?
Strengthened economic and political ties.
What is the significance of Swahili as a lingua franca?
Facilitated communication and trade.
What is the importance of Great Enclosure?
Showcases advanced construction techniques.
What is the importance of Conical Tower?
Likely used as a granary.
How did the Shona people become wealthy?
From their resources.