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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Sundiata prays to his gods, what does he ask them for?

2. What is Fassyky's first name?

3. Aside from Nana Triban, who is the only other person who understands the dangers in Soumaoro's chambers?

4. How do Sundiata's allies treat his prisoners of war at the celebration?

5. How does the adult Sundiata spend most of his days in Mali?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The role of fate plays a large part in Sundiata's rise to power. Explain why the people believed it was Sundiata's fate to rule Mali, and briefly explain three obstacles that stood in the way of Sundiata reaching the fate that had been laid out for him.

Essay Topic 2

"Sundiata" is often heralded as changing the face of heroism. Describe what it means to be a hero in Sundiata's day, and what Sundiata did to fulfill this role for his people. Finally, explain whether or not you agree with the assertion that Sundiata is not a typical hero, and why.

Essay Topic 3

Sundiata goes through a significant change during the time he is a teenager. Briefly describe what Sundiata was like as a child, and compare / contrast that to what he was like as an adult. What small event proved to be the turning point in Sundiata's first rise to power?

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