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Trade with the Portuguese: Kingdom of Benin

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the timeline of trade between the Kingdom of Benin and Portugal, encouraging students to understand key events and analyse their significance.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Kingdom of Benin
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Trade with Portuguese
#Outline the key events in Benin's trade with Portugal
#Compare different periods of trade activity
#Explain the impact of Portuguese contact on Benin

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Trade with the Portuguese: Kingdom of Benin

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Timeline of Trade between the Kingdom of Benin and Portugal

Source A: Early Contact

In 1485, Portuguese explorers arrived at Benin, initiating trade relations.

Source B: Establishment of Trade

By the early 1500s, Benin was exporting ivory, pepper, and slaves to Portugal.

Source C: Impact of Trade

In the late 1500s, trade with Portugal influenced Benin's art, diplomacy, and military strength.

Source D: Decline of Portuguese Influence

By the 1700s, trade began to decline due to new European powers and internal changes.

Note: Use these sources to understand how trade developed over time and its effects on Benin.

1.
Outline the key events in the timeline of trade between the Kingdom of Benin and Portugal. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the trade activities of the early 1500s with those of the late 1500s. How did they differ? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Explain the significance of Portuguese contact for the Kingdom of Benin. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse how trade with Portugal affected Benin's art and culture. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Compare the decline of trade in the 1700s with the earlier period of growth. What were the main differences? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Outline the reasons for the decline of Portuguese influence in Benin during the 1700s. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Write a short paragraph summarizing the importance of trade between Benin and Portugal for the kingdom’s development. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Analyse the long-term effects of Portuguese trade on the Kingdom of Benin. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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