20 Questions
During which battle did Ethiopian forces led by Yohannes IV successfully repel an Egyptian invasion?
Battle of Gundet
Which battle is considered a significant event in Ethiopian history and a symbol of African resistance against colonialism?
Battle of Adwa
What was the name of the treaty signed between Italy and Ethiopia in 1889?
Treaty of Wuchale
Who led Ethiopian forces to a decisive victory against the invading Italian army in the Battle of Adwa?
Emperor Menelik II
Which emperor faced British forces at Magdala resulting in the fall of the fortress and his own death?
Emperor Tewodros II
During Emperor Menelik II's reign, what was a key focus of the first phase?
Consolidating his authority and expanding Ethiopian territories
What characterized the second phase of Emperor Menelik II's reign?
Introduction of modern infrastructure like railways and telegraph lines
Who ascended to the throne after the death of Emperor Menelik II?
Empress Zewditu
What significant event marked the beginning of the Second Italo-Ethiopian War?
The invasion of Ethiopia by Italy
What led to the end of the Italian occupation in Ethiopia?
The support of the Ethiopian resistance movement
Who led the British forces in the expedition to rescue hostages from Emperor Tewodros II at Magdala?
Colonel Robert Napier
In which year did the Battle of Adwa, where Ethiopian forces led by Menelik II defeated the invading Italian army, take place?
1896
What was the name of the treaty signed between Italy and Ethiopia in 1889, which eventually led to the First Italo-Ethiopian War?
Wuchale Treaty
At which battle did Ethiopian forces led by Yohannes IV successfully repel an Egyptian invasion in 1875?
Battle of Gundet
Who ruled Ethiopia from 1872 to 1889 and faced several military challenges during his reign?
Emperor Yohannes IV
Who was the daughter of Emperor Menelik II and Empress Zewditu, and had a significant influence on the Ethiopian monarchy?
Queen Taitu Betul
What was one of the key reforms implemented by Emperor Haile Selassie I during the second phase of his reign?
Introduction of compulsory military service
During the Italian occupation of Ethiopia, what was the primary form of resistance by the Ethiopian people?
Guerrilla warfare and sabotage
What was the significance of the Battle of Adwa in Ethiopian history?
It demonstrated Ethiopia's ability to resist European colonialism
Which Ethiopian ruler was known for successfully negotiating treaties with European powers to secure Ethiopia's independence and sovereignty?
Emperor Menelik II
Study Notes
Battle of Gundet
- Ethiopian forces led by Yohannes IV successfully repelled an Egyptian invasion in 1875.
Treaty of Wuchale
- Signed between Italy and Ethiopia in 1889, it eventually led to the First Italo-Ethiopian War.
Battle of Adwa
- Ethiopian forces led by Menelik II defeated the invading Italian army in 1896.
- Considered a significant event in Ethiopian history and a symbol of African resistance against colonialism.
Emperor Menelik II
- Ruled Ethiopia from 1889 to 1913.
- First phase of his reign focused on modernization and centralization.
- Second phase of his reign was characterized by territorial expansion and defense against European colonialism.
Emperor Tewodros II
- Ruled Ethiopia from 1855 to 1868.
- Faced British forces at Magdala, resulting in the fall of the fortress and his own death.
Emperor Haile Selassie I
- Implemented key reforms, including modernization and centralization, during the second phase of his reign.
Italian Occupation
- Lasted from 1936 to 1941.
- Primary form of resistance by the Ethiopian people was guerrilla warfare.
Ethiopian Monarchy
- Princess Zenebework, daughter of Emperor Menelik II and Empress Zewditu, had a significant influence on the Ethiopian monarchy.
Emperor Yohannes IV
- Ruled Ethiopia from 1872 to 1889.
- Faced several military challenges during his reign.
British Expedition
- Led by Robert Napier, the British forces rescued hostages from Emperor Tewodros II at Magdala.
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