The Rise and Power of the Benin Kingdom
Explore the fascinating history of the Benin Kingdom, from its origins to its expansion and military strategies that made it a powerful empire. Discover the significance of the Great Benin Wall and the reasons behind the kingdom's success. Uncover the legacy of Benin's reign and its impact on world history.
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Benin Kingdom YEAR FIVE Autumn 1
LESSON ONE HOW DID THE BENIN KINGDOM BEGIN?
When did the Benin Kingdom begin and end? What happened before? What events were happening elsewhere in the world during the time of the Benin Kingdom? What happened after?
The Great Benin Wall Why do you think the Edo people built a moat around the kingdom? Photograph: View along a street in the royal quarter of Benin City, 1897 (source: The British Museum/Trustees of the British Museum). Diagram: The Great Benin Wall (Source: Kingdom of Benin website).
The Great Benin Wall The Obas of Benin Kingdom built up a vast army. Using the text and diagram on the expansion of the Benin Kingdom to help you, why do you think doing this helped make Benin Kingdom more powerful?
The Great Benin Wall Building up a vast army helped make the Benin Kingdom more powerful because_________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________
Reasons why Benin grew into such a successful empire What do you think is the most important reason? What do you think is the least important reason for the empire s success? Why do you think this?
Benin Kingdom YEAR FIVE Autumn 1 Complete your learning review!
