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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Throne, Pages 49 - 56.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On page 37, what was "I.B.'s" job?
(a) Purse bearer.
(b) Protocol official.
(c) Footman.
(d) Doorman.

2. What did the Emperor wear to dispense justice?
(a) Blue robe.
(b) Black robe.
(c) Purple robe.
(d) Red robe.

3. What dollar amount required approval from the Emperor before making an expenditure?
(a) More than $10.
(b) More than $20.
(c) More than $5.
(d) More than $15

4. Who was the leader of the aristocrats?
(a) Prince Kassa.
(b) Prince Bransa.
(c) Prince Mansa.
(d) Prince Cessa.

5. Where would ministers spend their mornings?
(a) Inspecting public buildings.
(b) In the Palace.
(c) Visiting with the people.
(d) At their offices.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the punishment even for minor offenses before Haile Selassie became emperor?

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

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

4. In 1963, where did the reception take place for African leaders?

5. How many men rode together on their jeeps patrolling?

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