- 1. In which country are the Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches located?
A) Egypt
B) Somalia
C) Sudan
D) Ethiopia
- 2. What is the primary architectural style of the Lalibela Churches?
A) Mud-brick
B) Wooden
C) Rock-hewn
D) Masonry
- 3. Who is traditionally credited with the creation of the Lalibela Churches?
A) King Solomon
B) King Lalibela
C) Emperor Menelik
D) Emperor Haile Selassie
- 4. What is the local term for the Lalibela churches?
A) Kirkos
B) Bet
C) Tigray
D) Abba
- 5. Which religious affiliation predominantly practices around the Lalibela Churches?
A) Protestantism
B) Catholicism
C) Islam
D) Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity
- 6. What year was the Lalibela complex designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) 1978
B) 1985
C) 2001
D) 1992
- 7. What was the intended purpose of the Lalibela Churches?
A) Royal palace
B) Marketplace
C) Fortress
D) Pilgrimage site
- 8. Is there currently a substantial tourist industry in Lalibela?
A) It's banned
B) No
C) Only local visitors
D) Yes
- 9. How many primary churches are part of the Lalibela complex?
A) 5
B) 11
C) 7
D) 12
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