18 Questions
Who wrote the first Amharic novel, 'Tobiya'?
Negadrases Afework Gebre-Iyesus
In which decade did history emerge as an academic discipline in Ethiopia?
The 1960s
Who became the first Director of the Institute of Ethiopian Studies in 1963?
Richard Pankhurst
What did the traditional Ethiopian writers emphasize in their works?
Social justice, administrative reforms, and economic analysis
'Atse Menilekna Ityopia' was written by which author?
Gebre-Hiwot Baykedagn
When did the production of PhD research papers begin according to the text?
In 1990
Who is known as the 'father of modern historiography'?
Cosmas Indicopleustes
Which document provides information about Aksum's trade and expansion in the 6th century A.D.?
Christian Topography by Cosmas Indicopleustes
Which historical source is characterized by religious activities and medieval kings' actions in brief?
Hagiographies
Where were several Ethiopian manuscripts found in the 13th century A.D.?
Ethiopian monasteries like Abba Gerima and Haiq Istifanos
Which language were Hagiographies originally written in within the Ethiopian context?
Ge'ez
What is the significance of the Periplus of the Erythrean Sea document?
It details Aksum's trade and economic activities.
Who is considered the father of History among ancient Greek historians?
Herodotus
Which Chinese figure is highlighted as the most important in early Chinese historical thought and writing?
Sima Qian
In which century did history begin as an academic discipline in Europe?
19th century
Who established history as an independent discipline in Berlin?
Leopold Von Ranke
What does historiography refer to?
Systematic way of historical writing and study of the knowledge of the past
Which of the following is a major weakness in studying history according to the text?
Undermining or exaggerating the history of certain societies, religions, cultures, etc.
Test your knowledge on traditional Ethiopian writers and their literary works during the 20th century. Explore the contributions of writers like Aleqa Taye Mariam, Aleqa Asme Giorgis, and Negadrases Afework Gebre-Iyesus.
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