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Understanding the Role of Obas in the Kingdom of Benin

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay about the significance of Obas in the Kingdom of Benin. It breaks down the essay structure and prompts analysis of historical evidence.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Kingdom of Benin
#Standard
#Essay Planning
#Obas
#Analyse the role of Obas in Benin society
#Compare different perspectives on Obas' power
#Explain the importance of Obas in the kingdom's governance

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Understanding the Role of Obas in the Kingdom of Benin

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Essay Planning: The Significance of Obas in the Kingdom of Benin

Essay Title/Question: How did Obas influence the governance and culture of the Kingdom of Benin?

Introduction Thesis: Outline the central role of Obas as rulers, religious leaders, and symbols of authority in Benin.

Point 1: Explain the political authority of Obas. Provide evidence of their governance and control over the kingdom.

Point 2: Analyse the religious and cultural influence of Obas. Include evidence of their role in ceremonies, art, and religion.

Counter-argument: Consider perspectives that suggest Obas’ power was limited or contested. Use evidence that shows opposition or challenges to their authority.

Conclusion: Summarise how Obas shaped both the political structure and cultural identity of Benin. Reiterate their importance in history.

1.
What is the main idea of the essay based on the introduction thesis?
[2 marks]
2.
Describe one way in which Obas demonstrated political authority in Benin.
[3 marks]
3.
Explain how Obas influenced religious and cultural practices in Benin.
[3 marks]
4.
Compare perspectives that view Obas’ power as either absolute or limited.
[6 marks]
5.
Outline the key features of Obas’ influence on Benin society.
[4 marks]
6.
Explain why the role of Obas was essential to the stability of the Kingdom of Benin.
[6 marks]
7.
Analyse how challenging the authority of Obas could impact the kingdom’s stability.
[6 marks]
8.
Summarise the importance of Obas in shaping the history of the Kingdom of Benin.
[3 marks]

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