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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 26-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to "M," which plebian wielded a great deal of power in the last days of the Emperor's reign?
(a) Giyorgis.
(b) Safo.
(c) Aklilu.
(d) Makonen.

2. In 1963, for what would cars driving on Churchill Road have to stop?
(a) Camels.
(b) Sheep.
(c) Goats.
(d) Cows.

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

4. What did the author say ran wild in Addis Ababa?
(a) Horses.
(b) Dogs.
(c) Cats.
(d) Goats.

5. What were flown in for the reception held in 1963 for the leaders of the independent African nations?
(a) Champagne.
(b) Escargot.
(c) Wine and caviar.
(d) Exotic flowers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was the job of "A.M.-M"?

3. From what ethnic group was Teferra Gebrewold?

4. What made one official more important than another in the Emperor's court?

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

(see the answer key)

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