The distinctively carved stone pillars, used to mark the tombs of Axum kings, are known as
A. stelae.
B. mansa.
C. sasa.
D. zamani.
E. ziggurats.
Answer: A
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Which one of the following does not correctly characterize Egyptian religion?
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