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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is bitterly saddened by what Taita displays over the harem wall?
(a) Taita himself.
(b) Lord Intef.
(c) Lostris.
(d) Tanus.

2. How does Lostris treat the common people in the city?
(a) She treats them with respect but from a distance.
(b) She takes advantage of them as her subjects.
(c) She brings them food and visits with them.
(d) She does not even look at them when she rides through the streets.

3. Why is Taita called the Elder Brother in the slave quarters?
(a) He looks out for all new slaves who are brought to the palace.
(b) He cares for young slave boys after Lord Intef sleeps with them.
(c) He cares for Lord Intef's wives during their many pregnancies.
(d) He cares for young slave girls after Lord Intef sleeps with them.

4. What is the name of the band of men who terrorize the Upper Kingdom?
(a) Akh-Seth.
(b) Men of Salitis.
(c) Kratas
(d) Shrikes.

5. In the early-morning sunlight, how does Pharaoh appear?
(a) Majestic and composed.
(b) Unimportant and confused.
(c) Insignificant and slightly overweight.
(d) Grand and imposing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Taita able to persuade Pharaoh of Lostris's illness on their wedding night?

2. What does Taita do the night Lostris is first called in to visit Pharaoh?

3. Why did Tanus's father die an unhappy death?

4. How does Tanus get back into shape after his weeks of drinking and laziness?

5. What does Tanus name as one of the single worst afflictions to settle on Egypt?

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