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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the king fear marrying Sogolon?
(a) Because he thinks she is possessed with ghosts.
(b) Because he thinks she is too good for him.
(c) Because he thinks she has an evil spirit.
(d) Because he thinks she is a spider reincarnated.

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

3. Why did the kings of Mali respect Sundiata when he was a boy?
(a) Because he could name every flower that grew in Mali.
(b) Because he could name every king that ever ruled Mali.
(c) Because he could name every constallation in the sky.
(d) Because he could name all his relatives.

4. What animal is terrorizing the land of Do?
(a) A warthog.
(b) A lion.
(c) A monkey.
(d) A buffalo.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the room respond when Fassyky plays Kanty's magical musical instrument?

2. How do the people of Mali treat Sundiata after the king dies?

3. Who is Maghan Kon Fatta?

4. What stands in Mali today as a symbol of the unification of the twelve nations?

5. What does the city of Niani become famous for after Sundiata takes power?

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