Asked by Jenny Koshy on May 24, 2024
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Which of the following statements best represents the basis of political authority in regions such as Biguba,Sierra Leone,and the Gold Coast during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries?
A) Political authority was transmitted automatically from father to eldest son in a system of absolute monarchy.
B) Rulers were chosen through popular elections in which all male residents were allowed to vote.
C) A small group of powerful priests claimed the sole authority to appoint and remove kings from their thrones.
D) Rulers were elected by,and their powers were circumscribed by,representatives of a few prominent lineages.
Political Authority
A concept referring to the legal and formal right to make decisions, direct resources, and command obedience within a society.
Gold Coast
A historical region on the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa that was a major center for the transatlantic slave trade and later became known as Ghana.
Prominent Lineages
Families or ancestries that are well-known or distinguished within a society, often due to their historical significance, wealth, or achievements.
- Understand the sociopolitical framework of West African communities, including women's roles and governance systems.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the sociopolitical framework of West African communities, including women's roles and governance systems.
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