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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 351-404.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As he lies dying, what are the last words that Pharaoh speaks?
(a) Incantation against evil spirits.
(b) Prayers for a safe journey into paradise.
(c) Words of love to Queen Lostris.
(d) Passages from the Book of the Dead.

2. How many wounded Shrikes does Taita care for after the battle?
(a) Twenty.
(b) Five.
(c) None.
(d) Fifty.

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

4. After leaving Thebes, where do Pharaoh and his court go?
(a) Memphis.
(b) Elephantine Island.
(c) Safaga.
(d) The land of Cush.

5. Why is Taita filled with terror when he sees the dust cloud of the approaching enemy?
(a) He does not have time to warn Tanus before the enemy arrives.
(b) He does not understand what could cause the dust cloud.
(c) The picture matches his vision of destruction that would come to Egypt.
(d) He is afraid for the coming battle.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first Shrike willing to help Tanus in exchange for keeping his life?

2. Why is Tanus's speech a surprise to his whole audience, especially Taita?

3. After passing the first cataract, what animal do Taita and his charioteers hunt?

4. When will Pharaoh marry Lostris?

5. What happens to the reward that Pharaoh gives to Taita?

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