Tewodros II and the Reunification of Ethiopia

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What was Tewodros II's main ambition?

  • To become the ruler of Shewa
  • To re-establish a cohesive Ethiopian state (correct)
  • To overthrow the church
  • To expand the regional nobility

Who did Tewodros II bring up as his own son?

  • Shewan prince
  • Menelik II (correct)
  • Solomonic hegemony
  • Negus

What was the title of the ruler of Shewa?

  • Elect of God
  • Negus (correct)
  • Emperor
  • Atse

How did Tewodros II ultimately meet his end?

<p>Committed suicide at the Battle of Magdala (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Tewodros II consider himself to be?

<p>The Elect of God (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Shewa's status during the Era of the Princes?

<p>An independent entity, with its ruler styling himself Negus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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