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

2. Where were some of those who used to live at the Palace hiding in disguise?
(a) In the desert.
(b) In the mountains.
(c) In their homes.
(d) In cloisters.

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

4. A bag made from ___________was used to carry money for the Emperor.
(a) Calfskin.
(b) Lambskin.
(c) Deerskin.
(d) Snakeskin.

5. What type of groves surrounded Addis Ababa in 1963?
(a) Eucalyptus.
(b) Orange.
(c) Lemon.
(d) Olive.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to "M," which plebian wielded a great deal of power in the last days of the Emperor's reign?

2. On page 11, what did the Emperor receive as a gift from the president of Uganda?

3. On page 5, "F" discusses a duty that he had to perform for ten years. What was this duty?

4. From what type of wood was the Emperor's bed made?

5. How many men rode together on their jeeps patrolling?

(see the answer key)

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