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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Return.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Sassouma feel about young Djata and the fact that he is seemingly slow?
(a) She is worried.
(b) She is confused.
(c) She is pleased.
(d) She is apathetic.

2. In what country is Sundiata named heir to a childless king?
(a) Fema.
(b) Lema.
(c) Bema.
(d) Mema.

3. How much of his army does Tounkara give to Sundiata when he leaves Mema?
(a) One-quarter of his army.
(b) One-half of his army.
(c) His entire army.
(d) One-third of his army.

4. When Sundiata visits Ghana, what does he realize about the people who live there?
(a) They have never seen a white man before.
(b) They are very educated.
(c) They are excellent traders.
(d) They all admire king Dankaran.

5. How does the king react to the news that Sogolon has given birth to an ugly daughter?
(a) He calls for the sorcerers to cleanse Sogolon's womb.
(b) He bans her from the palace.
(c) He loves his new daughter as he does his sons.
(d) He weeps next to his wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What city is Sundiata traveling toward in order to battle with Soumaoro?

2. Which of the following characters does NOT enter exile with Sundiata?

3. When the king dies, what does he give to Djata on his deathbed?

4. In Kouyaty's story, of what material does Kanty sew his clothing?

5. What gift did ancient African kings believe griots could give them?

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