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