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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which way does the wind blow, signaling to Sundiata that it is time to return home?
(a) West.
(b) East.
(c) North.
(d) South.

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

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

5. Which of the following adjectives best describes Sogolon?
(a) Beautiful.
(b) Mute.
(c) Ugly.
(d) Wise.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does Sassouma force Sologon to live after the king dies?

3. Griots are considered "vessels of _____ ."

4. Why does Sogolon believe Djata does not speak with other children?

5. What does Sassouma plot to do to Sogolon?

(see the answer key)

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