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