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Define Great Zimbabwe.
Capital city of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe, a major trade hub.
What is the Great Enclosure?
A massive circular wall in Great Zimbabwe.
Define Conical Tower.
Structure in Great Zimbabwe, likely a granary.
What does 'Swahili' mean?
Derived from 'sawahil,' Arabic for 'coasts'.
Define Swahili Coast.
East African coast from Somalia to Mozambique.
What is a lingua franca?
A common language used for communication.
What is the Swahili language?
A Bantu lingua franca on the Swahili Coast.
Define Eurocentrism.
A worldview centered on European culture.
What is pre-colonial?
Existing before European colonization.
Define autonomy.
Self-governance or independence.
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.
Cause and effect: Trade in Kingdom of Zimbabwe.
Cause: Abundant gold, ivory, cattle. Effect: Wealth for Shona people, development of Great Zimbabwe.
Cause and effect: Swahili Coast's location.
Cause: Coastal location. Effect: Connection to Indian Ocean trade network.
Cause and effect: Shared language and religion on Swahili Coast.
Cause: Swahili language, Islam. Effect: Cultural unity and stronger economic ties.
Cause and effect: Portuguese invasion of Swahili Coast.
Cause: Portuguese interest in Indian Ocean trade. Effect: Disruption of trade and political structures.
Cause and effect: Agricultural advancements in Zimbabwe.
Cause: Skilled farming techniques. Effect: Supported a growing population and trade surplus.
Cause and effect: Decline of Great Zimbabwe.
Cause: Depletion of resources, political instability. Effect: Gradual abandonment of the city.
Cause and effect: Adoption of Islam on Swahili Coast.
Cause: Trade contacts with Arab merchants. Effect: Cultural transformation and integration into wider Islamic world.
Cause and effect: Resistance to Portuguese on Swahili Coast.
Cause: Desire to maintain autonomy and trade networks. Effect: Prolonged conflict and eventual decline of Portuguese influence.
Cause and effect: Construction of Great Enclosure.
Cause: Need for defense and administrative control. Effect: Enhanced security and symbolized power.
Cause and effect: Trade between Zimbabwe and Swahili Coast.
Cause: Zimbabwe's resources and Swahili traders. Effect: Economic prosperity for both regions.