The Kingdom of Aksum

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The Kingdom of Aksum
Directions: Locate and read the article The Kingdom of Aksum on my website, Civilizations of Africa, Documents and Notes, Section 3.
Aksum Map and Timeline

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  Which major trade and religious city is located east of Aksum and Adulis, across the Red Sea?
  

How Important was Aksum at its Peak?

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  Provide at least three (3) examples of why Aksum was important or considered a developed kingdom.
  

How Important were the Kings of Aksum?

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  Provide three (3) examples of how the kings of Aksum tried to show off their power.
  

How Important was Trade to Aksum?

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  Where did goods that were traded in Aksum come from (at least four places)?
  

How Much has Ethiopian Religion Changed Over Time?

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  What examples of Christianity might you find in Aksum?
  

What Would the City of Aksum Have Been Like?

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  If you were a tourist of Aksum ruins today, what would you see (be detailed and specific)?
  

Using the Evidence?

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  Why do you believe the different types of coins were made?
  

The Fall of the Great Stela at Aksum.

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  Describe what is happening in the image. Be specific and look at all the events.