1. When will Pharaoh marry Lostris?
(a) In two days: the same day that the engagement is announced.
(b) Exactly one month after the engagement is announced.
(c) Exactly one year after the engagement is announced.
(d) As soon as she can prepare her retinue and travel to the capital.

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

3. In the pageant duel with Rasfer, why does Tanus not kill Rasfer?
(a) He is afraid of shocking Pharaoh.
(b) He is afraid of Lord Intef's subsequent anger.
(c) Rasfer has already surrendered.
(d) He thinks Rasfer is wounded to the point of death.

4. In order to thwart Pharaoh, what is Tanus's plan?
(a) To wean power gradually away from Pharaoh, who is weak.
(b) To overthrow Pharaoh and become Pharaoh in his place.
(c) To overthrow Lord Intef and raise a powerful army.
(d) To elope with Lostris south to the land of Cush.

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