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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following actions is Djata most often seen doing by the villagers?

2. Which group of African people is focused on in Sundiata's story?

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

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Sogolon?

5. Who does Sogolon worry might kill Manding Bory?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Manding Bory, and what role does he play in Sundiata'slife?

2. What does Dankaran do that causes Sundiata to fly into a rage?

3. Why does Sundiata threaten the king of Mema, Tounkara?

4. Why did ancient kings initially want griots?

5. Who is Sassouma, and how does she react to Sogolon?

6. How does Sassouma treat Sologon once Dankaran rises to power?

7. How does Djata learn to walk?

8. What is the reaction when Sogolon goes into labor?

9. How do the Malian merchants greet Sundiata, and what news do they bring from home?

10. Why does Fassyky ask for a private conference with Fran Kamara upon returning to Mali?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the text, sorcery plays a large role in belief system of the Malian people. Give examples of two characters who believed in the power of sorcery, and explain how they exhibited their beliefs. Then, explain how sorcery affected the battles for Mali in either a positive or negative manor.

Essay Topic 2

When Sundiata was born, he was given two formal names and one very important nickname. Briefly explain where each of Sundiata's three names came from, and what part of his personality each name represented. Finally, explain whether or not you think Sundiata's name were a good fit for him, and why.

Essay Topic 3

When Sundiata finally rises to power in Mali, he makes many changes on the land. Describe what the African nation was like for its inhabitants during Soumaoro's rule, and what changes Sundiata made to the nation as soon as he rose to power. Then, explain how the effects of Sundiata's rule can still be seen in present day Mali.

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