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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) Paintings.
(b) Weapons.
(c) Silverware.
(d) Food.

2. On page 37, what was "I.B.'s" job?
(a) Footman.
(b) Purse bearer.
(c) Protocol official.
(d) Doorman.

3. What type of groves surrounded Addis Ababa in 1963?
(a) Orange.
(b) Olive.
(c) Lemon.
(d) Eucalyptus.

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

5. On page 11, what did the Emperor receive as a gift from the president of Uganda?
(a) Anteater.
(b) Buffalo.
(c) Hippo.
(d) Zebra.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Prince Imru do to earn disfavor with the Emperor?

2. What did the author say ran wild in Addis Ababa?

3. Who wrote a book that had a passage describing the Emperor's coronation in 1930?

4. What low official in the Ministry of Information enjoyed access to the Emperor four times a week?

5. What amounts might ministers come to the Emperor asking for approval?

(see the answer key)

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