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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: It's Coming, It's Coming, Pages 88 - 103.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was Germame sent when the Emperor heard about his land giveaways?
(a) Jijiga.
(b) Bale.
(c) Gojam.
(d) Welega.

2. What did the Emperor do as a child to show humility to his father?
(a) Walk backwards when leaving a room where his father was.
(b) Bow when his father entered a room.
(c) Wash his father's feet.
(d) Kiss his father's shoes.

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

4. What type of songs did a singer sing after a feast held for African leaders in 1963?
(a) Zulu.
(b) Lobi.
(c) Kinka.
(d) Nigerian.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When some complained about development, what did they say that some of the people could not afford?

2. How many lived in Addis Ababa in 1963?

3. What other group of people are as silent as the Ethiopians?

4. How long did the tumultuous conflict last between the Palace and the university?

5. In 1963, what did some people steal at a reception for leaders of the independent African nations?

(see the answer key)

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