Food
Ethiopian Religion
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Ethiopian Geography
Random Questions About Ethiopia and Eritrea
100

This spongy, sour flatbread is a staple of Ethiopian meals and is often used to scoop up food instead of utensils. What is it?

What is Injera?

100

This is the predominant religion in Ethiopia, with roots in the early Christian church.

What is Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity?

100

"Selam, endet neh?" (for males) or "Selam, endet nesh?" (for females)

Hello, how are you

100

This is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia.

What is Addis Ababa?

100

This is the only African country that was never colonized.

What is Ethiopia?

200

This iconic spicy chicken stew is often served during special occasions in Ethiopia and features a rich sauce made with berbere. What is it?

What is Doro Wot?

200

This religious celebration commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is one of Ethiopia’s largest annual events.

What is Timkat?

200

Amesegenallo, betam des bilognal.

Thank you, I am very happy.

200

This long river, which originates in Ethiopia, is a major tributary of the Nile.

What is the Blue Nile?

200

This is the capital city of Eritrea, known for its Italian colonial architecture and vibrant culture.

What is Asmara?

300

This dish of minced, often raw, beef marinated in spices and clarified butter is a delicacy in Ethiopia. What is it?

What is Kitfo?

300

This Ark of the Covenant replica is kept in every Ethiopian Orthodox church, symbolizing the presence of God.

Tanzania.

300

"Melkam Gena"

Merry Christmas

300

This famous city in northern Ethiopia is known for its rock-hewn churches and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is Lalibela?

300

Eritrea gained independence from this country in 1993.

What is Ethiopia?

400

This thick, protein-packed stew is made from ground legumes like chickpeas or broad beans and is particularly popular during fasting periods. What is it?

What is Shiro?

400

Where was Coffee first found? 

Ethiopia.

400

Enkwan des alen

Congratulations" or "I am happy for you"?

400

This Ethiopian city in the east is surrounded by ancient walls and is known for its numerous mosques and rich Muslim heritage.

What is Harar?

400

This is the primary language spoken in Ethiopia, though there are many other languages and dialects in the country.

What is Amharic?

500

This sautéed meat dish can be served mild or spicy and is traditionally prepared to honor guests or mark celebrations in Ethiopia. What is it?

What is Tibs?

500

What was the first African kingdom to adopt Christianity?

The Kingdom of Axum.

500

Betam tiru neger hono, betam amesegenallo.

It was a very good thing, thank you very much

500

This valley, known for its dramatic landscapes and geological activity, is part of the larger East African Rift System and runs through Ethiopia.

What is the Great Rift Valley?

500

This ancient civilization was located in what is now northern Ethiopia and is known for its impressive obelisks.

What is the Aksumite Empire?

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