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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 unit has guns mounted next to the drivers' seats of their jeeps?
(a) Second Division.
(b) Third Division.
(c) First Division.
(d) Fourth Division.

2. When would the Emperor arrive at the Old Palace?
(a) 7:00 a.m.
(b) 10:00 a.m
(c) 9:00 a.m.
(d) 8:00 a.m.

3. Why did "G.S.-D" have to monitor the storage of the pillows?
(a) To masure sure that mice did not nest in the pillows.
(b) To make sure there were not rips or tears.
(c) To make sure fleas did not breed in the pillows.
(d) To make sure they wre always clean.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the contractor who was overseeing the workers performing construction work in Addis Ababa in 1930?

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

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

4. What singer was brought to serenade the leaders of the independent African nations in 1963?

5. On a typical day, what time did the Emperor get up in the morning?

(see the answer key)

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