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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: The Collapse, Pages 139 - 164.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was hauled off in trucks after the coup?
(a) Glass from broken windows and mirrors.
(b) Weapons and ammunition.
(c) Dead bodies.
(d) Heaps of broken furniture and boxes full of empty shells.

2. In 1963, what instruments were played during a reception for African leaders?
(a) Horns.
(b) Violins.
(c) Bugles.
(d) Trumpets.

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

4. What book described the Emperor's coronation in 1930?
(a) They Were Still Dancing.
(b) Fire on the Mountain.
(c) Held at a Distance.
(d) Layers of Time.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Akilu's position in the government?

2. What did Makonen spend all his time and money doing?

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

4. Which ministers would be favored by the Emperor?

5. Who published the Emperor's autobiography?

(see the answer key)

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