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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Taita explain his absence to Pharaoh?
(a) He says that he was on secret business for the goddess Hapi.
(b) He does not have a convincing reason.
(c) He says these things are too holy to be spoken of.
(d) He secretly tells Pharaoh everything that happened.

2. Why does the queen not want her people to build a temple to Ammon-Ra?
(a) She does not worship Ammon-Ra.
(b) She already built a temple to Hapi.
(c) She wants them to remain travelers.
(d) There are not enough raw materials in the area.

3. After Taita witnesses the lovers' kiss, what does Lostris demand of him?
(a) That he never speak of that moment.
(b) That he help them elope.
(c) That he convince her father to approve their marriage.
(d) That he convince Pharaoh to approve their marriage.

4. Why is Tanus's speech a surprise to his whole audience, especially Taita?
(a) He praises his own god rather than Pharaoh's chosen god.
(b) He boldly names all the problems rampaging through Egypt.
(c) He does not mention any modern problems or solutions.
(d) He repeatedly blames Pharaoh for the nation's problems.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Once Taita finds Tanus, how does he sober him up?

2. Where do Tanus and Lostris first sleep together?

3. Why does Taita keep separate from the crowds?

4. To what army regiment does Tanus belong?

5. Of what crime does Pharaoh find Tanus guilty?

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