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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Kouroukan Fougan or The Division of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the party, what history does Fassyky speak about to encourage the troops?
(a) The history of war.
(b) The history of famine.
(c) The history of Mali.
(d) The history of greatness.

2. How does Fassyky win over Kanty's heart, and convince him not to kill him?
(a) He begs Kanty for his life.
(b) He bribes Kanty with bags of gold.
(c) He sings Kanty a song.
(d) He threatens Kanty with Sundiata's power.

3. Which of the following characters is described as having eyes on the back of his head?
(a) Siara Kouman Konaty.
(b) Manding Dory.
(c) Mansa Traory.
(d) Djeli Mamoudou Kouyate.

4. After Mali falls to Kanty, what is life like in Mema?
(a) It is worrisome.
(b) It is peaceful.
(c) It is exciting.
(d) It is violent.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What weapon does Sundiata use to dual with Konkon?

2. What does Kanty demand from his country's neighboring lands?

3. What are Sundiata's ancestors known for being able to extract from plants and herbs that others cannot?

4. Which way does the wind blow, signaling to Sundiata that it is time to return home?

5. How does Sundiata's family react to the arrival of the Malian merchants?

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