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GST 112 Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures Objective Question
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Which Edo-speaking groups are mentioned as non-centralized societies with political administration at the town or village level?
Options
A Benin and Itsekiri
B Ishan, Ivbiosakon (Owan), Etsako, Urhobo, Isoko
Correct Answer
C Yoruba and Igala
D Hausa and Fulani
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'The Ishan, Ivbiosakon (Owan), Etsako in Edo State, and the Urhobo and Isoko in Delta State are now usually linguistically classified as Edo-speaking groups. Unlike the 'Edo proper,' however, these were non-centralized societies.'

Hint

Unlike the Benin Kingdom, these groups did not have a single monarch.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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