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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: The Collapse, Pages 139 - 164.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1930, which ethnic group provided most of the workers for the construction work in Addis Ababa?
(a) Surma.
(b) Guraghi.
(c) Danta.
(d) Hadiya.

2. Who aided the Emperor when he came to power?
(a) European embassies.
(b) The British.
(c) The United States.
(d) The Italians.

3. Who was the head of Palace Spies?
(a) Solomon Kedir.
(b) David Minar.
(c) Peter Nineer.
(d) Andrew Brinar.

4. Where was the Third Division stationed during all the strikes and rebellions?
(a) Dire Dawa.
(b) Ogaden.
(c) Harshin.
(d) Ginir.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many different pillows did "G.S.-D" have available to use to place under the Emperor's feet?

3. What was the name of a television documentary about the Ethiopian famine?

4. How many years ago was the procedure for justice established that the Emperor used?

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

(see the answer key)

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