1. How many years ago was the procedure for justice established that the Emperor used?
(a) 100 years ago.
(b) 2,000 years ago.
(c) 3,000 years ago.
(d) 200 years ago.

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

3. On page 47, what did "G.H.-M." say his nickname was at the Palace?
(a) Cuckoo.
(b) Trouble.
(c) Miser.
(d) Sticky fingers.

4. What did the masters of ceremony do when the Emperor left the capital?
(a) Hung out in local bars.
(b) Watched sporting events.
(c) Went home.
(d) Stayed in the Palace.

5. How long did "G.S.-D" perform the job of placing a pillow under the Emperor's feet?
(a) Twenty years.
(b) Fifteen years.
(c) Thirty-one years.
(d) Twenty-six years.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. How much did it cost to bring a singer to sing for African leaders in 1963?

3. Who aided the Emperor when he came to power?

4. When was the Army-Police Hour held?

5. Where did reports say that most of the murmurs and whispers were originating after the coup?

(see the answer key)

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