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Test on Early Southern African Hunter-Gatherer Communities

Early Southern African Hunter-Gatherer Communities: A Guide

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Question 1 of 50%

The Khoikhoz were known as herders.

Hunter-gatherers and herders

20 questions

Question 1: The Khoikhoz were known as herders.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The text states that 'The herders are called Khoikhoz.'

Question 2: Did communities in the Southern Cape start herding sheep over a thousand years ago?

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The study materials indicate that some communities in the Southern Cape started herding sheep about 200 years ago, not over a thousand years ago.

Question 3: San families gathered in large caves once or twice a year with the intention of permanently settling there.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The study materials state that San families stayed in these caves for only a few weeks, and that San people moved around a lot and did not build permanent houses. This contradicts the idea of permanent settlement during their gatherings.

Question 4: The San people were primarily known as herders in southern Africa.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The study materials state that the hunter-gatherers of southern Africa are called the San, and the herders are called Khoikhoz.

Question 5: San people did not build permanent houses.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The study materials state that 'San people moved around a lot. They did not build permanent houses.'