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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 confused.
(c) He is frustrated.
(d) He is apathetic.

2. Why do ancient African kings want griots?
(a) To have constant companionship.
(b) To be able to pour out their deepest secrets.
(c) To keep their memories alive.
(d) Because griots were thought to be magical.

3. 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.

4. In Kouyaty's story, of what material does Kanty sew his clothing?
(a) Dollar bills.
(b) Leopard fur.
(c) Gold thread.
(d) Human skin.

5. Which of the following is the most important task for a griot to accomplish?
(a) To interpret.
(b) To predict.
(c) To judge.
(d) To remember.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many men is Sundiata rumored to be able to fell with one swing of his sword?

3. Griots are considered "vessels of _____ ."

4. From which direction does the hunter promise a "great light" will come from?

5. Who is Fran Kamara?

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