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