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Ethiopia Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the ancient land of Ethiopia with our fact-matching game! Piece together important information fragments to uncover the rich history and culture of this fascinating country.

  • Explore historical landmarks such as the ancient city of Aksum and the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
  • Learn about Ethiopia’s diverse ethnic groups and languages, including Amharic, Oromo, and Tigrinya.
  • Use spells to unlock hints and gain extra time as you race against the clock to complete each level.
Need a Hint? View the Facts
  • Ethiopia is the second most populous country in Africa, with over 115 million people.
  • Ethiopia is the only country in Africa to have its own unique alphabet and script.
  • Ethiopia is home to the African Union headquarters, located in the capital city of Addis Ababa.
  • Ethiopia has never been colonized by a European power, making it one of the oldest independent countries in Africa.
  • Ethiopia is known as the 'Cradle of Mankind' due to the discovery of some of the oldest human remains in the world, dating back over 3 million years.
  • Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, with the first known cultivation of coffee plants dating back to the 9th century.
  • Ethiopia is famous for its distinctive cuisine, which includes dishes like injera (a sourdough flatbread) and wat (a spicy stew).
  • Ethiopia has its own calendar, which is about 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar used in most of the world.
  • Ethiopia is home to more than 80 different ethnic groups, each with its own language and cultural traditions.
  • Ethiopia is one of the world's oldest Christian nations, with Christianity being the dominant religion in the country.
  • Ethiopia is known for its stunning landscapes, including the Simien Mountains and the Danakil Depression.
  • Ethiopia is one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, with an average annual GDP growth rate of around 10%.
  • Ethiopia is the largest producer of coffee in Africa and the fifth largest producer in the world.
  • Ethiopia is known for its unique style of music, including traditional genres like Amharic music and modern styles like Ethio-jazz.
  • Ethiopia is home to the largest livestock population in Africa, with over 50 million cattle, sheep, and goats.
  • Ethiopia has a long and rich history, with ancient ruins and monuments dating back thousands of years.
  • Ethiopia is known for its unique traditional clothing, including the habesha kemis (a dress for women) and the shamma (a wraparound cloth for men).
  • Ethiopia is one of the top honey-producing countries in Africa, with a rich tradition of beekeeping.
  • Ethiopia is home to some of the world's oldest churches, including the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
  • Ethiopia is a landlocked country located in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Eritrea, Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya, and Somalia.

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