History Revision and Review Test Questions: JSS 2 First Term History JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 11
History Revision and Review Test Questions: JSS 2 First Term
Week 11
Part A: Review and Revision (20 FAQs with Answers)
- What are non-centralized states?
Non-centralized states are communities without a strong central government. Decisions are made by groups or clans. - Where are the Tiv people located?
The Tiv people are mainly found in Benue State in central Nigeria. - What is a key characteristic of the Igbo people?
The Igbo people value communal living and have a democratic system of governance. - How did trade occur between different ethnic groups?
Trade happened mainly through barter, exchanging goods without money. - What is the significance of the Ife Empire?
Ife is known for its rich culture and artistic achievements, especially in sculpture. - What role did elders play in non-centralized states?
Elders were respected leaders who made decisions and settled disputes within the community. - What was the economic activity of the Idoma people?
The Idoma people engaged in farming, fishing, and trading goods like yams and fish. - How did the Yoruba city-states function politically?
Each Yoruba city-state had its own king and council, making local laws and decisions. - What were some cultural practices of the Kanem-Bornu Empire?
They had a rich tradition of scholarship and trade, with notable advancements in education and religion. - What type of goods did the Hausa people trade?
The Hausa people were known for trading textiles, leather goods, and grains. - How did geography affect the cultures in pre-colonial Nigeria?
Geography influenced settlement patterns, trade routes, and agricultural practices among different groups. - What was the relationship between the Igbo and the Niger Delta city-states?
The Igbo and Niger Delta city-states engaged in trade, sharing goods and cultural practices. - What type of government did the Oyo Empire have?
The Oyo Empire had a centralized monarchy with a powerful king and council of chiefs. - How did cultural exchanges occur between ethnic groups?
Cultural exchanges happened through intermarriages, trade, and festivals. - What role did traditional religions play in society?
Traditional religions helped to explain natural events and provided moral guidance to the communities. - What is the significance of the festivals in Igbo culture?
Festivals are important for celebrating harvests, honoring ancestors, and promoting community bonding. - How did the Kanem-Bornu Empire maintain power?
They maintained power through military strength and strategic alliances with other states. - What are some major foods grown by the Igbo people?
Major foods include yams, cassava, and maize. - What were the political structures of the Efik people?
The Efik had a council of chiefs who made decisions for the community. - How did the Benin Empire become wealthy?
The Benin Empire became wealthy through trade, especially in textiles and artifacts.
Part B: Objective Questions (20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions)
- Non-centralized states often rely on ______ for governance.
a) Kings
b) Elders
c) Presidents
d) Armies - The ______ people are mainly found in the Middle Belt of Nigeria.
a) Yoruba
b) Igbo
c) Tiv
d) Hausa - The ______ Empire is famous for its bronze sculptures.
a) Ife
b) Kanem-Bornu
c) Benin
d) Oyo - Trade between the Igbo and Efik often involved ______ oil.
a) Coconut
b) Olive
c) Palm
d) Castor - The political organization of the ______ is based on clans.
a) Yoruba
b) Hausa
c) Tiv
d) Idoma - The ______ city-states had strong military forces.
a) Yoruba
b) Hausa
c) Efik
d) Benin - The ______ were known for their unique masquerade dances.
a) Igbo
b) Tiv
c) Idoma
d) Hausa - The ______ were influential traders in the northern region.
a) Efik
b) Kanem-Bornu
c) Yoruba
d) Idoma - A major agricultural product of the Idoma people is ______.
a) Rice
b) Yams
c) Wheat
d) Corn - The ______ people are known for their communal decision-making.
a) Efik
b) Yoruba
c) Tiv
d) Hausa - The ______ Empire was located in what is now southern Nigeria.
a) Kanem-Bornu
b) Benin
c) Hausa
d) Ife - ______ played a significant role in the trade between the Igbo and Hausa.
a) Weapons
b) Textiles
c) Gold
d) Salt - The relationship between the Igbo and the Niger Delta city-states was primarily based on ______.
a) War
b) Trade
c) Isolation
d) Rivalry - The ______ culture is known for its vibrant festivals.
a) Yoruba
b) Tiv
c) Idoma
d) Igbo - The Kanem-Bornu Empire was famous for its ______.
a) Military
b) Art
c) Scholarship
d) Architecture - The ______ were known for their palm oil production.
a) Efik
b) Tiv
c) Yoruba
d) Hausa - The ______ were significant in the trade of kola nuts.
a) Igbo
b) Tiv
c) Hausa
d) Yoruba - The major language spoken by the Efik people is ______.
a) Hausa
b) Ibibio
c) Yoruba
d) Fulfulde - The ______ people have a rich tradition of storytelling.
a) Tiv
b) Yoruba
c) Igbo
d) Benin - The political leaders in the Oyo Empire were called ______.
a) Emirs
b) Obas
c) Kings
d) Chiefs
Part C: Theory Questions (20 Simple Short Answer Questions)
- What is a non-centralized state?
- Describe the geographical location of the Tiv people.
- Name two major crops grown by the Igbo people.
- How did trade occur between the Hausa and Yoruba?
- What are some cultural practices of the Efik people?
- Describe the role of elders in Igbo society.
- What type of governance did the Benin Empire have?
- How did geography influence the culture of the Idoma people?
- What is the significance of festivals in Yoruba culture?
- Explain the economic activities of the Kanem-Bornu Empire.
- What was the relationship between the Igbo and the Niger Delta city-states?
- Identify one traditional craft of the Hausa people.
- Describe the political organization of the Oyo Empire.
- How did intermarriage affect relationships between different groups?
- What role did religion play in pre-colonial Nigerian societies?
- Describe one key feature of the Kanem-Bornu Empire.
- What were the main trade routes in pre-colonial Nigeria?
- How did the Igbo people resolve conflicts?
- What major goods did the Benin Empire trade?
- Explain the importance of storytelling in Yoruba culture.
Part D: True or False Questions (20 Questions)
- Non-centralized states have a strong central government.
True / False - The Tiv people primarily practice hunting as their main economic activity.
True / False - The Igbo are known for their traditional leadership structure based on clans.
True / False - Ife is a major center for artistic achievements in Nigeria.
True / False - The Kanem-Bornu Empire was known for its strong agricultural practices.
True / False - The Idoma people are located in the northern region of Nigeria.
True / False - Yoruba city-states operated under a centralized monarchy.
True / False - The relationship between the Igbo and Niger Delta was mostly friendly.
True / False - Trade was based on the use of money among different ethnic groups.
True / False - Festivals are significant in Igbo culture for community bonding.
True / False - The Oyo Empire was part of the Hausa civilization.
True / False - All non-centralized states in Nigeria had similar political structures.
True / False - The Hausa were known for their textile production.
True / False - Elders had little influence in Igbo decision-making.
True / False - Traditional religions in Nigeria played a minor role in daily life.
True / False - The Efik people are known for their fishing activities.
True / False - The Yoruba people celebrate the New Yam Festival.
True / False - The Kanem-Bornu Empire was famous for its artistic achievements.
True / False - The Benin Empire was located in the north of Nigeria.
True / False - The Igbo people primarily grew grains.
True / False
Part E: Fill in the Gaps (20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions without Options)
- The ______ people are known for their rich oral traditions.
- Trade routes connected the ______ and Igbo people.
- The ______ Empire was significant in the history of Nigeria.
- Many ______ were used in traditional ceremonies.
- The ______ people rely on farming for their livelihood.
- Festivals in Yoruba culture often involve ______ and dance.
- The ______ played a key role in local governance.
- The Kanem-Bornu Empire was known for its ______.
- The ______ are primarily found in the Niger Delta region.
- The Ife civilization is recognized for its ______ achievements.
- Many ethnic groups in Nigeria engaged in ______ trade.
- The ______ city-states had powerful kings.
- The Igbo believed in the importance of ______ in community life.
- The major language of the Hausa people is ______.
- The ______ people are known for their agricultural practices.
- Traditional crafts were important for ______ among communities.
- The ______ people celebrate the New Yam Festival every year.
- The Oyo Empire had a strong military ______.
- Elders in Igbo society are respected for their ______.
- The ______ are known for their unique masquerades.
This comprehensive revision and review will aid students in consolidating their understanding of the topics covered in History during the first term.
SUBJECT: HISTORY
CLASS: JSS TWO (2)
Time:
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS (OBJECTIVES)
- __________ is the father of idoma people (a) iduh (b) oba (c) eze (d) alaye
- TIV people are located in __________ state (a) benue (b) kogi (c) abia (d) kano
- The territory of idoma people are the following except (a) gboko (b) agatu (c) okpoku
- History is a branch of knowledge dealing with events that happen in the _______ (a) past (b) future (c) fixture (d) present
- Zuma rock is located in ______ state (a) kaduna (b) kogi (c) Abuja (d) niger
- Ile-ife is an ancient Yoruba town in _______ state (a) edo (b) oyo (c) lagos (d) osun
- _________ is the good of thunder in Yoruba (a) esu (b) oya (c) ogun (d) sango
- A person who studies history is called _______ (a) a historian (b) historlogist (c) historican (d) history
- The longest bridge in Nigeria is called (a) third mainland bridge (b) fourth mainland bridge (c) second mainland bridge (d) first mainland bridge
- ______ control onitsha land (a) obi (b) chief (c) alake
- The father of ebira is called _______ (a) sami (b) waziri (c) itaazi
- The ebira can be found majorly in the following state (a) gombe (b) ondo (c) kogi
- The orya means _______ (a) hand (b) eye (c) head (d) leg
- Ityo is the _______ of the TIV society (a) biggest (b) weightest (c) smallest (d) height
- The TIV military head is called ______ (a) war (b) kur (c) tor (d) army
- __________ is the occupation of the TIV people (a) laundry (b) farming (c) teaching (d) reading
- The urhobo speaking people of Nigeria can be found in the ______ state (a) ogun (b) delta (c) rivers (d) abia
- The igbo people can be found in _____ state except (a) anambra (B) kano (c) imo (d) abia
- _________ is the governor of benue state (a) nysom wike (b) Samuel ortom (c) ben ayade (d) seyi makinde
- Hausa people can be found majorly in the following state except (a) sokoto (b) ogun (c) kano
- The anang are native of _______ (a) imo and calabar (b) oyo and lagos (c) kebbi and kaduna (d) akwa – ibom and cross river
- _______ make up one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria (a) efik (b) Fulani (c) TIV (d) igbo
- Erin ijesha waterfall is a popular tourist attraction located in ______ (a) Abuja (b) ondo (c) kwara (d) osun
- The popular beach in Nigeria called “the bar beach” is located in (a) ogun (b) ondo (c) osun (d) lagos
- Olumo rock is located in _________ state (a) lagos (b) osun (c) ogun (d) ekiti
- The oldest storey building in Nigeria is located in ________ state (a) ogun (b) kogi (c) lagos (d) ekiti
- _________ is the belief about the existence of God (a) culture (b) religion (c) faith (d) family
- The current ooni of ife is ___________ (a) sanusi lamidi (b) rochas okorocha (c) ogunwusi adeyeye II (d) oba kabir adeyemi
- The name historia was an interpretation of (a) indian (b) british (c) rome (d) greek
- __________ is regarded as the oorigin of Yoruba (a) kwara (b) offa (c) oyo (d) ile-ife
THEORY
ANSWER ANT 5 QUESTIONS
- What is history
- Give 3 importance of history
- Mention the major leaders in ebira
- Define non-centralized state
- List 3 characteristics of non-centralized state
- list 10 ethnic groups in Nigeria
- mention 5 local government area of Benue state, Nigeria
- mention 5 Igbo states in Nigeria