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

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the people of Mali feel about Sundiata returning to the land?

2. How soon after the arrival of the merchants does Sogolon die?

3. What did Siara Kouman Konaty send to Sundiata in order to help him in his battle agains Soumaoro?

4. What is Fassyky's first name?

5. From which animal is a magical feather plucked that will be the downfall of Soumaoro?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many men who pass through power in Mali. Create a list of kings that took power on the pages of Sundiata, and briefly explain how each of these kings affected the relationship Malian people had with their government.

Essay Topic 2

When Sundiata's father was young, he had his fortune read by a passing hunter. Explain what the fortune read, and why the king's men did not want to believe it. Finally, explain how the fortune teller irrevocably altered the path King Maghan's life was taking.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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