Ethiopian History
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EESA
100

 This emperor defeated Italy at the Battle of Adwa

Menelik II

100

Eritrea gained independence in what year

 1993

100

 This ceremony is an important tradition in both cultures.

Coffee ceremony

100

The Ethiopian calendar has this many months.

13 months

100

How much are EESA dues?

$10

200

This ancient kingdom was centered around Axum.

Kingdom of Axum

200

This city is the capital of Eritrea.

Asmara

200

A five- or six-stringed harp shaped instrument that is used in both Ethiopian and Eritrean Culture

Kirar

200

This Ethiopian athlete is famous for long-distance running.

Haile Gebrselassie

200

When are the International Night dance tryouts?

August 31st

300

This emperor helped modernize Ethiopia in the early 1900s.

Menelik II

300

Eritrea was part of this federation after WWII.

Ethiopia

300

This traditional clothing is commonly worn at celebrations.

Kemis or Zuria

300

Popular Ethiopian singer that just released an album in April.

Teddy Afro

300

Who are EESA's two presidents?

Naomi & Micheal

400

This 1896 battle was a major Ethiopian victory over Italy.

Battle of Adwa

400

Ethiopia ended Eritrea's federation status in this year.

1962

400

What is Eritrea's national language?

Eritrea has no official language and their state constitution declares that all nine of its native languages are entirely equal

400

This Ethiopian city is famous for its rock-hewn churches.

Lalibela

400

 Who is EESA's Social Media Manager?

Nebeyou

500

This emperor was overthrown in 1974.

Haile Selassie

500

Eritrean forces captured this city in 1991, ending the war.

Asmara

500

What zone is Sodo located in Ethiopia?

Gurage

500

Who is the artist that sang Abzelena Halina

Abraham Afewerki

500

In what month did EESA perform its dance at International Night?

January & February