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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 17-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1963, what instruments were played during a reception for African leaders?
(a) Violins.
(b) Horns.
(c) Bugles.
(d) Trumpets.

2. In 1963, for what would cars driving on Churchill Road have to stop?
(a) Sheep.
(b) Cows.
(c) Camels.
(d) Goats.

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

4. How much did it cost to bring a singer to sing for African leaders in 1963?
(a) $15,000.
(b) $30,000.
(c) $25,000.
(d) $20,000.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1930, which ethnic group provided most of the workers for the construction work in Addis Ababa?

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

3. How old was the Emperor when he became heir to the throne?

4. From what type of wood was the Emperor's bed made?

5. What book described the Emperor's coronation in 1930?

(see the answer key)

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