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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who is Siara Kouman Konaty?
2. How soon after the arrival of the merchants does Sogolon die?
3. What part of Sundiata's body begins to glow after he drinks from a magical stream of water?
4. What is the name of the city where Sundiata and Soumaoro agree to meet and battle?
5. What type of party does Sundiata lead for his men on the eve of their big battle?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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.
Essay Topic 2
"Sundiata" is expressed to the reader through the use of oral history and translation. Briefly explain why each of these methods--oral history and translation--was necessarily in the completion of this tale. Then, explain what facts were most important in the oral histories of the time, and how you saw those themes expressed in "Sundiata."
Essay Topic 3
There are many instances throughout the text when the king is advised not to judge a person by their appearance. First, explain what the relationship between King Maghan and his advisers was, and give three examples of people the king first judged for being weak. If the king had not changed his opinion of these "weak" people, how would the storyline of the book be different?
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