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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 37 - 49.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If the Emperor stopped in front of the lions' cage during his morning walk, what would he throw the lions?
(a) Ribs of beef.
(b) A leg of veal.
(c) A pig head.
(d) A deer haunch.

2. When would the Emperor arrive at the Old Palace?
(a) 10:00 a.m
(b) 7:00 a.m.
(c) 9:00 a.m.
(d) 8:00 a.m.

3. What was "Z.T.'s" position in the palace?
(a) Protocol official.
(b) Cook.
(c) Footman.
(d) Doorman.

4. What did the Emperor weigh in his old age?
(a) 50 kilograms.
(b) 55 kilograms.
(c) 65 kilograms.
(d) 60 kilograms.

5. What did the Emperor do between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.?
(a) Hand out assignments.
(b) Go for another walk.
(c) Listen to reports.
(d) Have a light snack.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other group of people are as silent as the Ethiopians?

2. How much did it cost to bring a singer to sing for African leaders in 1963?

3. According to "Y.M.", who was the Emperor's only teacher?

4. Where were some of those who used to live at the Palace hiding in disguise?

5. Why was Tekele Wolda Hawariat beheaded?

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