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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 17-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1963, where did the reception take place for African leaders?
(a) A large hotel.
(b) The New Palace.
(c) The Old Palace.
(d) The Emperor's home.

2. In 1930, which ethnic group provided most of the workers for the construction work in Addis Ababa?
(a) Guraghi.
(b) Hadiya.
(c) Surma.
(d) Danta.

3. What other group of people are as silent as the Ethiopians?
(a) Chinese.
(b) British.
(c) Swedes.
(d) Dutch.

4. In what hotel did Kapuscinski meet Teferra soon after the Emperor was deposed?
(a) Hotel Asela.
(b) Hotel Gambela.
(c) Hotel Harar.
(d) Hotel Ras.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When would the Emperor arrive at the Old Palace?

2. What unit has guns mounted next to the drivers' seats of their jeeps?

3. If the Emperor stopped in front of the lions' cage during his morning walk, what would he throw the lions?

4. Who wrote, "At the bottom there is a drudge who has to take it from everyone"?

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

(see the answer key)

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