Schroda, K2 & Mapungubwe Flashcards
(28 cards)
Where is Mapungubwe located?
Northwestern corner of South Africa, on the border with Botswana and Zimbabwe
Approximately how many people lived in Mapungubwe from 1075 to 1220?
5,000 to 9,000 people
What are the three areas that were inhabited at different times in the Mapungubwe region?
- Zhizo
- K2
- Mapungubwe Hill
What significant social structure is evidenced in Mapungubwe?
The first class-based social system in southern Africa
What artifacts have been found on Mapungubwe Hill?
- Gold
- Ivory
- Ornate pottery
What was the main focus of life in Mapungubwe?
Family and farming
What natural resource helped the people of Mapungubwe to be successful farmers?
Water from nearby rivers
What were cattle kept in, indicating their value to the people?
Kraals
What does the use of stone walls in Mapungubwe signify?
Demarcation of important areas
What led to the conclusion that Mapungubwe had a class-based society?
The discovery of royal burial grounds with artifacts and other graves without riches
What significant trade activities did Mapungubwe engage in?
Extensive trade with people from the east
What types of goods did Mapungubwe trade?
- Gold
- Ivory
- Animal skins
- Livestock
What is the current status of Mapungubwe as a heritage site?
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and major tourist attraction
What is the Order of Mapungubwe?
An award for South African citizens excelling in arts, culture, literature, music, journalism, or sport
What are the categories of the Order of Mapungubwe?
- Gold
- Silver
- Bronze
What does the Strelitzia flower symbolize in the Order of Mapungubwe?
The unique beauty of achievements
What was one theory about why people left Mapungubwe?
Climate change making farming more difficult
What was another theory about the decline of Mapungubwe?
Change in trade routes necessitating movement to different areas
Who made the controlling decisions in Mapungubwe?
The king and his advisors
What crops did the farmers of Mapungubwe grow?
- Millet
- Sorghum
- Cotton
What role did religion play in Mapungubwe society?
Important in ceremonies and social functions
What evidence suggests skilled artisans existed in Mapungubwe?
Discovery of pottery and gold artifacts
What type of burial position was found for some elite members in Mapungubwe?
Traditional African royal burial position
What significant artifacts were found with the king of Mapungubwe?
- Golden sceptre
- Gold wire bangles
- Gold beads
