Ethiopian History: Solomonic Dynasty Quiz
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What did the rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claim?

  • They were descendants of the last king of Aksum and legitimate to take over state power from the Zagwe dynasty (correct)
  • They were descendants of the Zagwe dynasty and hence legitimate to take over state power from the 'illegitimate' rulers
  • They were descendants of the last king of Aksum but had no right to take over state power from the Zagwe dynasty
  • They had no historical connection with the last king of Aksum or the Zagwe dynasty

    • Why is the name 'Restoration' placed in quotation marks?

  • Because it is a historically proven claim
  • Because it signifies a significant event in Ethiopian history
  • Because it is a legendary claim with no historical evidence (correct)
  • Because it is a name associated with the Zagwe dynasty

    • Why is the name 'Solomonic' placed in quotation marks?

  • Because it signifies a significant event in Ethiopian history
  • Because it is a legendary claim with no historical evidence (correct)
  • Because it is a name associated with the Zagwe dynasty
  • Because it is a historically proven lineage

    • What did the Kibre Negest claim about Ethiopian ruling class descent?

    <p>Descended from the line of Menilek I, son of Queen of Sheba and King Solomon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused political instability following the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign?

    <p>Constant power struggles among his sons and grandsons for succession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To whom did Yegba-Tsion write a letter reflecting the existence of power struggles for succession?

    <p>The Sultan of Egypt and the Patriarch of Alexandria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which reign was a 'royal prison' established at Amba-Gishen?

    <p>Widim-Ra’ad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the 'royal prison' located?

    <p>Wollo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who destroyed Amba-Gishen and when?

    <p>Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Al-Ghazi in 1540</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To which region did the center of the dynasty gradually shift southward?

    <p>Amhara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first 'Solomonic' King?

    <p>Amde-Tsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were Emperor Amde-Tsion's main motives for territorial expansion?

    <p>Political and economic gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which territories did Amde-Tsion's army expand into around 1323/4?

    <p>Awi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To whom did Amde-Tsion give Enderta to consolidate control of the Christian state?

    <p>'Solomonic' Queen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Enterprise' refers to the flow of what to the coast following major routes?

    <p>'Enterprise' commodities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first permanent capital established after coming to power, by Yikuno-Amlak?

    <p>Lake Haiq</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claim?

    <p>Descent from the Queen of Sheba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the name 'Solomonic' placed in quotation marks?

    <p>To indicate it is a legendary claim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Kibre Negest claim about Ethiopian ruling class descent?

    <p>Descended from the line of Menilek I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which reign was a 'royal prison' established at Amba-Gishen?

    <p>Yegba-Tsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused political instability following the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign?

    <p>Succession problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first 'Solomonic' King?

    <p>Yikuno-Amlak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which reign was the 'royal prison' established at Amba-Gishen?

    <p>Widim-Ra’ad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who destroyed Amba-Gishen and when?

    <p>Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Al-Ghazi in 1540</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claim?

    <p>Descent from King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the name 'Restoration' placed in quotation marks?

    <p>To indicate that it was not a true restoration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first permanent capital established after coming to power, by Yikuno-Amlak?

    <p>Menz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused political instability following the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign?

    <p>Succession problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Enterprise' refers to the flow of what to the coast following major routes?

    <p>Trade goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first 'Solomonic' King?

    <p>'Yikuno-Amlak'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were Emperor Amde-Tsion's main motives for territorial expansion?

    <p>Control of trade routes and seizure of territories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To whom did Amde-Tsion give Enderta to consolidate control of the Christian state?

    <p>His wife, Bilen-Saba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The 'Solomonic' Dynasty

    • Rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claimed to be descendants of the biblical King Solomon and Queen of Sheba.
    • The name 'Solomonic' is placed in quotation marks because it is a disputed title, as the dynasty's connection to King Solomon is not historical fact.

    Kibre Negest

    • The Kibre Negest claimed that the Ethiopian ruling class descended from the biblical King Solomon and Queen of Sheba.

    Yikuno-Amlak's Reign

    • Yikuno-Amlak was the first 'Solomonic' King.
    • The first permanent capital established after coming to power was Tegot.
    • Political instability followed the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign due to power struggles for succession.

    Royal Prison

    • A 'royal prison' was established at Amba-Gishen during the reign of Yegba-Tsion.
    • Amba-Gishen was located in the north of Ethiopia.
    • The 'royal prison' was destroyed by Emperor Amde-Tsion in 1333.

    Territorial Expansion

    • Emperor Amde-Tsion's main motives for territorial expansion were to consolidate control of the Christian state and spread Christianity.
    • Amde-Tsion's army expanded into the territories of Dawaro, Fetegar, and Hadiya around 1323/4.
    • Amde-Tsion gave Enderta to his brother, Sabr Ad-Din, to consolidate control of the Christian state.

    Enterprise

    • 'Enterprise' refers to the flow of goods and trading activities to the coast following major routes.

    Center of the Dynasty

    • The center of the dynasty gradually shifted southward to the region of Shewa.

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    Test your knowledge about the Solomonic Dynasty of Ethiopia, their claim to descent from the last king of Aksum, and their historical legitimacy. Explore the legendary origins of the dynasty and its elaboration in the Kibre Negest ('Glory of Kings').

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