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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. If the Emperor stopped in front of the lions' cage during his morning walk, what would he throw the lions?
(a) A pig head.
(b) Ribs of beef.
(c) A leg of veal.
(d) A deer haunch.

2. Who was the head of the Dergue?
(a) Negaso Gidada.
(b) Mengistu Haile-Mariam.
(c) Meles Zenawi.
(d) Tafari Benti.

3. What was "Z.S.-K.'s" son's mood when a misfortune happened to "Z.S.-K."?
(a) Anger.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Frustration.
(d) Sadness.

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

5. Who led the Jailers faction?
(a) Abebech Alem.
(b) Tenene Work.
(c) Mihret Bogalech.
(d) Nigist Ken.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1963, what instruments were played during a reception for African leaders?

2. What was the Emperor's father's name?

3. Who was the head of Palace Spies?

4. What did the Emperor do as a child to show humility to his father?

5. From which of the palace factions were positions like Minister of the Pen or political police filled?

(see the answer key)

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