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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 37 - 49.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1963, what did some people steal at a reception for leaders of the independent African nations?
(a) Food.
(b) Weapons.
(c) Paintings.
(d) Silverware.

2. What other group of people are as silent as the Ethiopians?
(a) Dutch.
(b) Swedes.
(c) Chinese.
(d) British.

3. What singer was brought to serenade the leaders of the independent African nations in 1963?
(a) Illana May.
(b) Laurika Rauch.
(c) Miriam Makeba.
(d) Mimi Coertse.

4. Why was Tekele Wolda Hawariat beheaded?
(a) He tried to start a revolt against the Emperor.
(b) He took bribes.
(c) He embezzled funds.
(d) He was not loyal to the Emperor.

5. In 1963, what meal did the foreign news correspondents share with the Emperor?
(a) Breakfast.
(b) Supper.
(c) Lunch.
(d) Dinner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where were some of those who used to live at the Palace hiding in disguise?

2. Who was the contractor who was overseeing the workers performing construction work in Addis Ababa in 1930?

3. On page 11, what did the Emperor receive as a gift from the president of Uganda?

4. A bag made from ___________was used to carry money for the Emperor.

5. What type of songs did a singer sing after a feast held for African leaders in 1963?

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