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

2. What does Sassouma plot to do to Sogolon?
(a) Humiliate her.
(b) Exile her.
(c) Injure her.
(d) Kill her.

3. Which of the following is NOT part of the celebration of nations that ensues after Sundiata is named emperor?
(a) Poetry.
(b) Songs.
(c) A feasat.
(d) Dance.

4. What is the name of Soumaoro's nephew who joins in Sundiata's army?
(a) Fakoli.
(b) Takoli.
(c) Bakoli.
(d) Makoli.

5. What is Fassyky's first name?
(a) Lalla.
(b) Halla.
(c) Balla.
(d) Talla.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who first spreads the gossip that Sundiata has sworn to stand up and walk?

2. What physical attribute does the hunter have which prompts the king's men to think he is evil?

3. How many men is Sundiata rumored to be able to fell with one swing of his sword?

4. Where do Sundiata's relatives travel for advise at the opening of the story?

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

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