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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. According to "M," which plebian wielded a great deal of power in the last days of the Emperor's reign?
(a) Safo.
(b) Makonen.
(c) Giyorgis.
(d) Aklilu.

2. What was "Z.T.'s" position in the palace?
(a) Protocol official.
(b) Cook.
(c) Doorman.
(d) Footman.

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

4. Who did the Emperor refuse to pay for labor performed to build the Imperial Palace?
(a) Foreign architects.
(b) Local masons.
(c) Foreign engineers.
(d) Local bricklayers.

5. What automobile did the Emperor prize for its dignified lines?
(a) Rolls-Royce.
(b) Lincoln Continental.
(c) Mercedes-Benz.
(d) Volvo.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of the Minister of the Pen who was demoted?

2. What did the Palace children do when the Emperor left the Palace?

3. On page 5, "F" discusses a duty that he had to perform for ten years. What was this duty?

4. What were the criteria that the Emperor used when making appointments for various jobs?

5. Where were some of those who used to live at the Palace hiding in disguise?

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