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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Childhood.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Sassouma consult with to help in her plot against Sogolon?
(a) The sorcerers.
(b) The musicians.
(c) The medicine man.
(d) The entertainers.

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

3. Why does Sogolon believe Djata does not speak with other children?
(a) Because he is too slow.
(b) Because he is intimidated by other children.
(c) Because he is more advanced than they are.
(d) Because he does not understand human language.

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Djata's physicality as a boy?
(a) Strong.
(b) Ugly.
(c) Handsome.
(d) Fat.

5. What is the name of the king's first wife?
(a) Sogolon.
(b) Mansa Konkon.
(c) Do Mansing.
(d) Sassouma.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Sassouma jealous of Sogolon?

2. From what land is the hunter from?

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

4. From whom do Sundiata's ancestors seek advise at the opening of the story?

5. On which topic do Sundiata's ancestors seek advise from the heavens?

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