1. The most pressing problem of the ailing emperor was a. Choosing his successor
b. getting the best doctor
c. having enough rest

2. The old minister thought that the eldest prince would probably be a
a. wise emperor
b. powerful sovereign
c. cruel ruler

3. The youngest prince learned that even animals and birds had the right to
a. choose
b. be happy
c. live

4. Rulers are loved by their subjects because they are
a. powerful
b. kind-hearted
c. ambitious

5. The eagle and the hawk are feared by the other birds because they
a. are big
b. look fierce and ugly
c. kill birds for food.​