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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: The Collapse, Pages 107 - 120.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to "M," which plebian wielded a great deal of power in the last days of the Emperor's reign?
(a) Giyorgis.
(b) Aklilu.
(c) Makonen.
(d) Safo.

2. Where did the Emperor travel in order to make an official cruise?
(a) Wello.
(b) Eritrea.
(c) Tigre.
(d) Shewa.

3. Where was the Minister of the Pen sent after his demotion?
(a) A backeastern province.
(b) A backward southern province.
(c) A backnorthern province.
(d) A backwestern province.

4. Where was Germame sent when the Emperor heard about his land giveaways?
(a) Jijiga.
(b) Bale.
(c) Gojam.
(d) Welega.

5. A low official in the Ministry of Information enjoyed access to the Emperor 4 times a week. How many times did his boss have access to the Emperor?
(a) Three times.
(b) Five times.
(c) Six times.
(d) Two times.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Akilu's position in the government?

2. How many different pillows did "G.S.-D" have available to use to place under the Emperor's feet?

3. Where was the television journalist from who visited Ethiopia in 1973?

4. On page 108, what was "M.S.'s" job?

5. What was the last day of the coup headed by Germame?

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