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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What is the name of Sassouma's son, who is set to inherit the king's throne?
(a) Bleinmay.
(b) Ganoush.
(c) Vanatare.
(d) Dankaran.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Soumaoro's army surprised by Sundiata's army?

2. Who is Fran Kamara?

3. Why does the king fear marrying Sogolon?

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

5. Which old friend does Sundiata stop to pick up before meeting with Soumaoro?

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