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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. How many different pillows did "G.S.-D" have available to use to place under the Emperor's feet?
(a) Thirty-six.
(b) Seventeen.
(c) Twenty-seven.
(d) Fifty-two.

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

3. What other group of people are as silent as the Ethiopians?
(a) Chinese.
(b) British.
(c) Swedes.
(d) Dutch.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How much of a money bag might the Emperor be able to empty before riots would break out?

3. What did the Emperor weigh in his old age?

4. Who ordered the establishment of Addis Ababa as the capital of Ethiopia?

5. What type of songs did a singer sing after a feast held for African leaders in 1963?

(see the answer key)

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