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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 26-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How many years was Prince Imru exiled from the country when he fail out of the Emperor's favor?
(a) Thirty years.
(b) Twenty years.
(c) Fifteen years.
(d) Twenty-five years.

4. In 1963, where did the reception take place for African leaders?
(a) The Old Palace.
(b) A large hotel.
(c) The New Palace.
(d) The Emperor's home.

5. What low official in the Ministry of Information enjoyed access to the Emperor four times a week?
(a) Desta Damtew.
(b) Abeje Debalk.
(c) Kassa Darge.
(d) Gugsa Welle.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How much did it cost to bring a singer to sing for African leaders in 1963?

3. How long did "G.S.-D" perform the job of placing a pillow under the Emperor's feet?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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