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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. What was another name for the Imperial Palace?
(a) Danqaz.
(b) Gondar.
(c) Entoto.
(d) Genete Leul.

2. From what location would the Emperor attempt to throw money to the poor?
(a) Abune Petros Square.
(b) Addis Ketema district.
(c) Mercato district.
(d) Piassa district.

3. How many different pillows did "G.S.-D" have available to use to place under the Emperor's feet?
(a) Twenty-seven.
(b) Fifty-two.
(c) Thirty-six.
(d) Seventeen.

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

5. What did Prince Imru do to earn disfavor with the Emperor?
(a) Took part in a conspiracy meeting.
(b) Plotted against the Emperor.
(c) Gave land to peasants.
(d) Refused to marry the Emperor's daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the hour between 10 and 11 a.m. called?

2. What would the guards do when the Emperor left the capital?

3. What was Aba Hanna Jema's position?

4. Where were birds being observed in the quote at the beginning of the book?

5. What was the name of the Minister of the Pen who was demoted?

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