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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Nana Triban and Balla Fassyky.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much of his army does Tounkara give to Sundiata when he leaves Mema?
(a) One-quarter of his army.
(b) One-half of his army.
(c) His entire army.
(d) One-third of his army.

2. What is the weather like when Sogolon first goes into labor?
(a) It is snowing.
(b) It is sunny.
(c) It is hailing.
(d) It is raining.

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

4. Where does Sundiata want to bury Sogolon?
(a) In the ocean.
(b) In Ghana.
(c) In Mali.
(d) In Mema.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why isn't Sundiata able to kill Soumaoro on his first attempt?

2. Griots are considered "vessels of _____ ."

3. How old is young Djata when the reader first sees him again after his birth?

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

5. Which of the following elements does Kanty and his men have mastery over?

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