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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 146-190.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Taita keep separate from the crowds?
(a) He thinks he is better than they are.
(b) He knows that palace cooks will prepare a special meal for him.
(c) He is afraid of being trampled.
(d) He is too busy taking care of Lostris.

2. How much time is Tanus given to restore order to the Upper Kingdom?
(a) Two months.
(b) One year.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Two years.

3. To what army regiment does Tanus belong?
(a) The Scarlet Sign.
(b) The Black Hippo.
(c) The Blue Crocodiles.
(d) The Golden Sun.

4. Why does Nembet, the Great Lion of Egypt, become angry with Tanus?
(a) Tanus has recently become popular with all of Thebes.
(b) Tanus is allowed to present the city's greeting to Pharaoh.
(c) Tanus saves Pharaoh's ship because Nembet cannot.
(d) Tanus is revealed as next in line for the crown.

5. Why did Lord Intef engineer the downfall of Lord Harrab, Tanus's father?
(a) Lord Intef was jealous of Lord Harrab's virtue, popularity, and wealth.
(b) Lord Harrab was corrupt in his land dealings with Lord Intef.
(c) Lord Harrab had cheated Lord Intef out of several thousand gold rings.
(d) Pharaoh had promised great riches to Lord Harrab.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Lostris disappears from the festivities on the shore, where does Taita find her?

2. Contrary to Pharaoh's plans, why does Lostris set out to charm him?

3. What gives Taita the right to speak sharply to Tanus when he and Lostris board the Breath of Horus?

4. What color does Lostris wear to prove she is a virgin bride?

5. What happens when Taita approaches Lord Intef to explain Lostris's love for Tanus?

(see the answer key)

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