Menelik II: Key Historical Events

The video provides a detailed biography of Menelik II, covering his birth, family background, and early life challenges, including his imprisonment. It highlights his strategic rise to power through alliances and his eventual coronation as Emperor. Menelik's reign is noted for his diplomatic skills and investments. Despite personal challenges, including a stroke, his legacy endures, with posthumous recognition in popular culture. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the channel.

What was Menelik II's birth name?

• Haile Melekot

• Sahle Maryam

• Dejazemach Mengesha

• Iyasu

Who imprisoned Menelik II after his father's death?

• Emperor Yohannes IV

• Dejazemach Mengesha

• Emperor Tewodros II

• Haile Mikael

How did Menelik II strengthen his power base while imprisoned?

• By organizing feasts

• By marrying into royalty

• By building a fortress

• By writing a book

What significant event happened on March 10, 1889, that affected Menelik II's rise to power?

• Menelik II married his third wife

• Emperor Yohannes IV was killed

• Menelik II was crowned

• Menelik II was imprisoned

Which languages was Menelik II fluent in?

• Italian, German, Amharic, Oromo, Afar, and Tigrigna

• French, English, Italian, Amharic, Oromo, Afar, and Tigrigna

• Spanish, German, Amharic, Oromo, Afar, and Tigrigna

• French, English, Spanish, Amharic, Oromo, and Afar

What was Menelik II particularly experienced in besides his linguistic skills?

• Medicine

• Finance and investments

• Military strategy

• Architecture

Who took over the office after Menelik II suffered a stroke?

• Emperor Yohannes IV

• His grandson Iyasu

• Empress Taytu

• His son

What was the concern regarding Menelik II's grandson, Iyasu?

• He was too young to rule

• He was a secret convert to Islam

• He was not of royal blood

• He was not interested in ruling

Where was Menelik II reburied three years after his death?

• Imperial Palace

• Se'el Bet Kidane Meheret Church

• Ba'eta Le Mariam Monastery

• Church of Mary on Mount Entoto

In which video game was Menelik II featured as a leader?

• Europa Universalis

• Total War

• Age of Empires

• Civilization VI