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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many men is Sundiata rumored to be able to fell with one swing of his sword?
(a) Ten.
(b) Five.
(c) One dozen.
(d) Two.

2. To what religion do Sundiata's ancestors belong?
(a) Hinduism.
(b) Catholicism.
(c) Buddhism.
(d) Islam.

3. How does Dankaran respond when Kanty demands rule of Mali?
(a) He declares war against Kanty and his men.
(b) He barters away half the land, keeping the other half for himsel.
(c) He relinquishes the land to him.
(d) He ignores Kanty's request.

4. Why do ancient African kings want griots?
(a) To be able to pour out their deepest secrets.
(b) Because griots were thought to be magical.
(c) To keep their memories alive.
(d) To have constant companionship.

5. Who is Siara Kouman Konaty?
(a) Sundiata's cousin.
(b) Sundiata's nephew.
(c) Sundiata's uncle.
(d) Sundiata's brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT something that Fassyky discovers in Kanty's sorcery chamber?

2. When Sundiata visits Ghana, what does he realize about the people who live there?

3. How does Fassyky win over Kanty's heart, and convince him not to kill him?

4. Whose troops does Soumaoro first concentrate on defeating in the battle?

5. Which character is forced into Kanty's employment?

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