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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. What type of songs did a singer sing after a feast held for African leaders in 1963?
(a) Zulu.
(b) Nigerian.
(c) Kinka.
(d) Lobi.

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

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

4. In 1963, what meal did the foreign news correspondents share with the Emperor?
(a) Dinner.
(b) Supper.
(c) Breakfast.
(d) Lunch.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. 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?

3. How many different pillows did "G.S.-D" have available to use to place under the Emperor's feet?

4. Who was the contractor who was overseeing the workers performing construction work in Addis Ababa in 1930?

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

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