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

2. A low official in the Ministry of Information enjoyed access to the Emperor 4 times a week. How many times did his boss have access to the Emperor?
(a) Two times.
(b) Three times.
(c) Five times.
(d) Six times.

3. In 1930, which ethnic group provided most of the workers for the construction work in Addis Ababa?
(a) Guraghi.
(b) Danta.
(c) Surma.
(d) Hadiya.

4. Where were some of those who used to live at the Palace hiding in disguise?
(a) In the desert.
(b) In their homes.
(c) In cloisters.
(d) In the mountains.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the leader of the aristocrats?

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

3. How many lived in Addis Ababa in 1963?

4. What was the name of the dog that slept on the Emperor's bed?

5. What were flown in for the reception held in 1963 for the leaders of the independent African nations?

(see the answer key)

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