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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 the king feel when Manding Bory is born?
(a) He is excited.
(b) He is frustrated.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is apathetic.

2. Which of the following actions is Djata most often seen doing by the villagers?
(a) Swimming.
(b) Running.
(c) Crawling.
(d) Hunting.

3. What object does the hunter use to tell the king's fortune?
(a) Seashells.
(b) Tarot cards.
(c) Bones.
(d) Tea leaves.

4. Why is Soumaoro's army surprised by Sundiata's army?
(a) Because they fight in matching uniforms.
(b) Because they fight without wearing shoes.
(c) Because they fight with only their bare fists.
(d) Because they fight at night.

5. Which of the following characters does NOT enter exile with Sundiata?
(a) Manding Bory.
(b) Sogolon.
(c) All of the above.
(d) Fassyky.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what country is Sundiata named heir to a childless king?

2. What is the name of Sassouma's son, who is set to inherit the king's throne?

3. Why does the hunter revere small seeds?

4. What animal does the hunter who approaches Maghan Kon Fatta offer to him?

5. How is Kanty related to Fakoli?

(see the answer key)

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