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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. What position would the Emperor assume when hearing the cases and pronouncing verdicts?
(a) Sitting on a throne.
(b) Standing on a platform.
(c) Sitting on a specially designed chair.
(d) Reclining on a half chair.

2. How many main factions were there in the palace?
(a) Three.
(b) Five.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

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

4. When was the Hour of the Supreme Court of Final Appeal held?
(a) 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
(b) 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
(c) 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
(d) Noon to 1 p.m.

5. A bag made from ___________was used to carry money for the Emperor.
(a) Lambskin.
(b) Snakeskin.
(c) Calfskin.
(d) Deerskin.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Which ministers would be favored by the Emperor?

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

5. In 1963, what meal did the foreign news correspondents share with the Emperor?

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