Ethiopian History and Achievements

The video explores Ethiopia's rich history, from its ancient kingdoms like D'mt and Aksum to modern times. It highlights Ethiopia's role in trade, the spread of Christianity, and its dynastic changes. The narrative covers the Age of Princes, internal conflicts, and external invasions, including British and Italian interventions. The 20th century brought challenges like political reforms under Haile Selassie, Cold War dynamics, and socialist policies. The video concludes with Ethiopia's cultural impact, including the Rastafari movement.

Which ancient kingdom is considered the earliest known in the Ethiopian region?

• Aksum

• D'mt

• Nubia

• Saba

What was a significant achievement of the Aksumite Empire under King Ezana?

• Conquering Rome

• Minting gold currency

• Building the Great Wall

• Inventing the wheel

What was a major factor in the decline of the Aksumite Empire?

• Invasion by the Romans

• Rise of the Arab Empire

• Internal rebellion

• Natural disasters

Who was the ruler known for constructing 11 rock-hewn churches in Ethiopia?

• Queen of Sheba

• King Ezana

• King Kaleb

• King Lalibela

Which dynasty claimed descent from King Solomon and ruled Ethiopia for over 700 years?

• Zagwe

• Solomonic

• D'mt

• Aksumite

What was the Age of Princes in Ethiopian history?

• The golden age of Aksum

• A time of division and lack of central authority

• A period of peace

• The era of Italian rule

Who led the Ethiopian forces to victory against the Italians in the late 19th century?

• Ismail Pasha

• Tewodros II

• Menelik II

• Haile Selassie

What was the outcome of the Italian invasion of Ethiopia in the 1930s?

• Ethiopia was annexed

• Ethiopia defeated Italy

• Ethiopia joined the League of Nations

• Ethiopia became a British colony

What significant event occurred in Ethiopia in 1974?

• The discovery of oil

• The overthrow of the monarchy

• The Italian invasion

• The restoration of the monarchy

Which religion regards Haile Selassie as the second coming of Christ?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Rastafari

• Judaism