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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. Where were birds being observed in the quote at the beginning of the book?
(a) Forest.
(b) Pond.
(c) Henhouse.
(d) Mountains.

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

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

4. Who was the head of Palace Spies?
(a) David Minar.
(b) Peter Nineer.
(c) Solomon Kedir.
(d) Andrew Brinar.

5. What did the author say ran wild in Addis Ababa?
(a) Dogs.
(b) Horses.
(c) Goats.
(d) Cats.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other group of people are as silent as the Ethiopians?

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

3. What automobile did the Emperor prize for its dignified lines?

4. What type of groves surrounded Addis Ababa in 1963?

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

(see the answer key)

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