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

2. What did Prince Imru do to earn disfavor with the Emperor?
(a) Plotted against the Emperor.
(b) Gave land to peasants.
(c) Took part in a conspiracy meeting.
(d) Refused to marry the Emperor's daughter.

3. What book described the Emperor's coronation in 1930?
(a) Held at a Distance.
(b) Fire on the Mountain.
(c) Layers of Time.
(d) They Were Still Dancing.

4. Who wrote, "At the bottom there is a drudge who has to take it from everyone"?
(a) Adolf Hitler.
(b) Adolf Remane.
(c) Haile Selassie.
(d) Ernest Hemingway.

5. From what type of wood was the Emperor's bed made?
(a) Maple.
(b) Walnut.
(c) Cherry.
(d) Oak.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many different pillows did "G.S.-D" have available to use to place under the Emperor's feet?

3. In 1963, what did some people steal at a reception for leaders of the independent African nations?

4. 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?

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

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