History - Grade 12 -2023 G.C

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30. Why did Article 17 of the Wuchale Treaty become a source of conflict between Ethiopia and Italy?

  1. Because the Italian version stated that Ethiopia has agreed to become an Italian protectorate.
  2. Because the Amharic and Italian versions did not agree on the boundaries of the two states.
  3. Because the Italian version suggested that Menelik had agreed to give Mereb Melash to Italy.
  4. Because the Amharic and Italian versions did not agree how long Italy should stay at Massawa.

31. Which one of the following southern states exercised extensive influence in areas south of the Abbay before the 14th century?

  1. Damot
  2. Bizamo
  3. Hadiya
  4. Enarea

32. Which one of the following was a feature of European society during the "Dark Ages"?

  1. The movement of large number of people from the countryside to the cities.
  2. The decline of Christianity and rise of traditional religious beliefs.
  3. The rise in the power of local rulers at the expense of kings and emperors.
  4. The shift of regional political power from Italy northwards to Scandinavia.

33. Which one of the following was a feature of early capitalism in Europe?

  1. The withdrawal of the special privileges granted to cities by rulers.
  2. The growth of conflict between states and merchants over control of markets.
  3. The shift of the economy from trading to banking and manufacturing.
  4. The rise in importance of the bourgeoisie in economic and cultural life.

34. What was the cause of the conflict between the Christian highland kingdom and the Muslim sultanates in the Medieval period?

  1. The desire of the ruling classes to collect war booty.
  2. The determination by both parties to spread their religions.
  3. The desire to control the lucrative Zeila trade route.
  4. The need to control the salt producing regions of Afar.

We have provided these questions from previous years grade 12 Ethiopian Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (ESSLCE) exams with the sole purpose of assisting students in their studies and preparations for upcoming exams. Please be aware that these questions are not indicative of future exam content. Good luck with your studies!

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