History
Semitic language that originated in Eritrea and the northern region of Ethiopia. It later became the official language of the Kingdom of Aksum and Ethiopian imperial court.
What is Ge'ez?
What Olympic sport are Habeshas known for WINNING the most in? (Extra points if you can name the specific events)
What is Track and Field. Long-distance?
A "flat bread" made out of a grain called teff that is used to eat wot with ?
What is Injera?
Name at least 5 different languages in Ethiopia
What is Amharic, Afaan Oromo/Oromiffa, Tigrinya, Guragigna, Afar, Harari, etc?
What is the name of the currency in Eritrea?
What is Nakfa?
When did Eritrea gain it's independence from Ethiopia?
When is May 24, 1991?
This Eritrean artist is well-known for his songwriting and singing skills. He sang many iconic songs known in Eritrean households today such as "Semai."
Who is Abraham Afewerki?
This beverage is also known as Honey Wine; you usually see people drink this in a group setting,weddings, celebrations, after dinner
What is Tejj/Daadhi/Mes?
This instrument helps keep the beat and comes in many different sizes ranging from small to large. The smaller versions can be used in dance routines, such as Tigrinya dance, and the larger versions can be used for religious performances as well as cultural dances.
What is Kebero?
What two languages are commonly spoken in Ethiopia and Eritrea?
What is Amharic and Tigrinya?
Who is the famous Ethiopian Olympic runner ran barefoot in 1960?
Who is Abebe Bikila?
Who is the infamous Ethiopian Olympic gold medal long distance track and field runner, who stands at 5'5?
Who is Haile Ghebreselassie?
Name 8 Eritrean/Ethiopian dishes
What is Dorho Tsebhi/Doro Wot, Hamli/Gomen, Ge'at/Genfo, Kitcha fitfit/Kitcha fırfır, Shiro, Ades/Misir, Keysir, Awaze Tibs, Alicha, Kilwa, Kitfo, Fata, Tihlo, Derek Tibs?
What do you call the second day of a Habesha wedding?
What is Melse/Melsi?
What percentage of women were a part of Eritrea's forces in the fight for independence?
Approximately 30% of freedom fighters were women!
East Africa is known for being the cradle of humanity, what is the name of the world's oldest fossil to be discovered?
Who is Lucy also known as Dinkinesh?
Haile Selassie visited Jamaica in 1966 which was legendary. A term coined from the event was "Rastafari". What was this day called?
What is Grounation Day (April 21)?
What famous Habesha dish combines both the mother chicken and her baby?
What is Doro Wot/Tsebhe Dorho?
What are the nine ethnic tribes of Eritrea?
What is Bilen, Tigre, Rashaida, Kunama, Saho, Tigrinya, Nara, Afar, and Hedareb?
What animal is on the emblem of Eritrea?
What is a Camel?
The capital city of Eritrea is Asmara. What does Asmara mean in Tigrinya?
What is "Made them United?"
What is the name of the well-known author, filmmaker who made the film Sankofa, and esteemed professor at Howard University?
Who is Haile Gerima?
Name at least two specific ingredients for making Berbere.
What is Dried onions, dried garlic, dried red hot peppers, ground ginger, and salt?
This ceremony is done for a habesha bride, also known as a wedding shower.
What is Ge'at?
Which Ethiopian/Eritrean Holiday is the "Burning of the Cross?"
What is Meskel?