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

2. Who updates the reader on lives of Sundiata's friends?
(a) Sogolon's spirit.
(b) The griot.
(c) Sundiata himself.
(d) Dankaran.

3. Which of the following is NOT something Sundiata attempts to give to Tounkara as payment?
(a) Pottery.
(b) Feathers.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Hay.

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

5. Which of the following elements does Kanty and his men have mastery over?
(a) Fire.
(b) Air.
(c) Water.
(d) Earth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sundiata dress as before he begins his battle?

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

3. In which African country does this story take place?

4. How many animals does Sundiata sacrifice upon returning home to Mali?

5. How do the people of Mali feel about Sundiata returning to the land?

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