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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. What do the Malian people believe is the most definitive characteristic of the heavenly God?
(a) He is trustworthy.
(b) He is powerful.
(c) He is vengeful.
(d) He is mysterious.

2. How many wives does Sundiata's father have?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Five.

3. In which African country does this story take place?
(a) Mali.
(b) Somalia.
(c) Libya.
(d) Chad.

4. Which of the following ailments affects Sundiata?
(a) He is mute.
(b) He is blind.
(c) He is deaf.
(d) He is lame.

5. Why is Sassouma jealous of Sogolon?
(a) Because she is pregnant with the king's child.
(b) Because she is more beautiful.
(c) Because she comes from a wealthier family.
(d) Because the villagers love her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the role of a griot?

2. How do the people of Mali treat Sundiata after the king dies?

3. How long does Sassouma decide to wait until she finishes her plot against Sogolon?

4. What object does the hunter use to tell the king's fortune?

5. What does Sogolon beg to borrow from Sassouma?

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