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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lion's Awakening.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Sassouma decide to wait until she finishes her plot against Sogolon?
(a) Until the baby reaches manhood.
(b) Until the baby is three-years-old.
(c) Until the baby is born.
(d) Until the naming ceremony.

2. What physical deformity does the hunter tell the king his future wife should have?
(a) She should be a mute.
(b) She should be a dwarf.
(c) She should be a humpback.
(d) She should be a giant.

3. Who first spreads the gossip that Sundiata has sworn to stand up and walk?
(a) Sassouma.
(b) Manding Bory.
(c) Sogolon.
(d) Dankaran.

4. Which of the following activities do Sundiata's ancestors excel at?
(a) Hunting.
(b) Farming.
(c) Swimming.
(d) Weaving.

5. Who do the Malian people believe can become king one day?
(a) The least expected child.
(b) The proper heir of the king.
(c) Any one.
(d) The one most worthy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Sassouma consult with to help in her plot against Sogolon?

2. Which of the following adjectives best describes Sogolon?

3. After what event does Sundiata promise to stand up and walk?

4. How do the warriors kill the animal that is terrorizing Do?

5. Why does the king fear marrying Sogolon?

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