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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 37 - 49.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What were flown in for the reception held in 1963 for the leaders of the independent African nations?
(a) Champagne.
(b) Escargot.
(c) Exotic flowers.
(d) Wine and caviar.

3. How old was the Emperor when he became heir to the throne?
(a) Twenty-four.
(b) Twenty-two.
(c) Thirty-four.
(d) Thirty-one.

4. In what hotel did Kapuscinski meet Teferra soon after the Emperor was deposed?
(a) Hotel Harar.
(b) Hotel Gambela.
(c) Hotel Ras.
(d) Hotel Asela.

5. What was another name for the Imperial Palace?
(a) Entoto.
(b) Danqaz.
(c) Genete Leul.
(d) Gondar.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to "Y.M.", who was the Emperor's only teacher?

2. From which of the palace factions were positions like Minister of the Pen or political police filled?

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

4. What was Aba Hanna Jema's position?

5. What book described the Emperor's coronation in 1930?

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