Exploring the Kingdom of Aksum

What was the primary language used for intercontinental trade in Adulis during the 4th century A.D.?

• Latin

• Greek

• Ge‘ez

• Sabaean

Which kingdom was Adulis a major trading center for?

• Kingdom of Kush

• Kingdom of Aksum

• Kingdom of Mali

• Kingdom of Egypt

What was King Ezana known for in the Kingdom of Aksum?

• Building the Great Pyramid

• Adopting Christianity as the official religion

• Discovering the source of the Nile

• Inventing the wheel

What type of goods were commonly traded in Adulis?

• Electronics and machinery

• Iron ore, ivory, and textiles

• Spices and silk

• Pottery and glassware

What is the significance of the Ezana Stone?

• It is a map of the kingdom

• It contains inscriptions in three languages

• It is a religious artifact

• It is a calendar

Which language was NOT used on the Ezana Stone?

• Greek

• Latin

• Ge‘ez

• Sabaean

What was the primary purpose of the stelae in Aksum?

• To serve as tombstones

• To honor important residents

• To mark territorial boundaries

• To function as sundials

What was the first African kingdom to adopt Christianity as the official religion?

• Kingdom of Kush

• Kingdom of Aksum

• Kingdom of Ghana

• Kingdom of Mali

What was the common language spoken by dockworkers in Adulis?

• Latin

• Greek

• Ge‘ez

• Sabaean

What was one of the main reasons for Aksum's prosperity?

• Its location on major trade routes

• Its vast gold mines

• Its large population

• Its advanced technology