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This study guide covers the Kingdom of Kongo, focusing on its voluntary conversion to Christianity, the impact of trade relations with Portugal, and Kongo's role in the transatlantic slave trade. It examines the resulting African Catholicism, the significance of Nzinga Mbemba's letter, and Kongo's lasting influence on African American culture, including demographics and naming practices. Practice questions and exam tips are also provided.
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Question 1 of 12
🎉 Who made the initial decision to adopt Roman Catholicism in the Kingdom of Kongo?
Queen Nzinga
King Afonso I
King Nzinga a Nkuwu (João I)
Portuguese missionaries