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

2. How much did it cost to bring a singer to sing for African leaders in 1963?
(a) $15,000.
(b) $30,000.
(c) $25,000.
(d) $20,000.

3. On page 11, what did the Emperor receive as a gift from the president of Uganda?
(a) Zebra.
(b) Hippo.
(c) Buffalo.
(d) Anteater.

4. Who was the leader of the aristocrats?
(a) Prince Mansa.
(b) Prince Kassa.
(c) Prince Bransa.
(d) Prince Cessa.

5. In 1963, what did some people steal at a reception for leaders of the independent African nations?
(a) Weapons.
(b) Paintings.
(c) Food.
(d) Silverware.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the Palace children do when the Emperor left the Palace?

2. Why was Tekele Wolda Hawariat beheaded?

3. What was the name of the Minister of the Pen who was demoted?

4. Who wrote a book that had a passage describing the Emperor's coronation in 1930?

5. A low official in the Ministry of Information enjoyed access to the Emperor 4 times a week. How many times did his boss have access to the Emperor?

(see the answer key)

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