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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 Soumaoro react when he witnesses Sundiata's men wiping out his army?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He is entertained.
(c) He is nervous.
(d) He is horrified.

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

3. What does Kanty steal from Fakoli?
(a) His land.
(b) His crops.
(c) His money.
(d) His wife.

4. In the battles between Sundiata and Soumaoro's men, who is usually victorious?
(a) Sundiata believes there is no victor in these battles.
(b) Sundiata's men are always victorious.
(c) Soumaoro's men are always victorious.
(d) The armies victories are split evenly.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. As Sundiata travels toward Soumaoro, what do the cities he passes through give to him?

2. How is Kanty related to Fakoli?

3. How does Sassouma feel about young Djata and the fact that he is seemingly slow?

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

5. Why does the king fear marrying Sogolon?

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