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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. On a typical day, what time did the Emperor get up in the morning?
(a) 6:00 or 7:00 a.m.
(b) 8:00 a.m.
(c) 4:00 or 5:00 a.m.
(d) 9:00 a.m.

2. What did the Emperor weigh in his old age?
(a) 50 kilograms.
(b) 60 kilograms.
(c) 55 kilograms.
(d) 65 kilograms.

3. On page 5, "F" discusses a duty that he had to perform for ten years. What was this duty?
(a) Clean out the outhouses.
(b) Wipe urine from the shoes of dignitaries.
(c) Sort through garbage.
(d) Scoop manure out of the horse stalls.

4. In what hotel did Kapuscinski meet Teferra soon after the Emperor was deposed?
(a) Hotel Gambela.
(b) Hotel Ras.
(c) Hotel Harar.
(d) Hotel Asela.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How many men rode together on their jeeps patrolling?

4. In 1963, what instruments were played during a reception for African leaders?

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

(see the answer key)

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