For how long have West African griots been telling the story of Sundiata, king and founder of the Mali Empire?

The Story of Sundiata

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Alfred White
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For almost 100 years
For almost 500 years
For almost 900 years
For almost 1300 years
2.
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What is Sundiata known for in the story?
Founding the city of Sosso
Defeating the tyrant-king Sumanguru
Building the magnificent city of Sosso
Being a legendary sorcerer-king
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What dramatic effect is added to the story of Sundiata?
Sundiata is portrayed as a wise king
Sundiata is described as having magical powers
Sundiata swoops down upon Sumanguru's capital city, Sosso, vowing to destroy it in a single morning
Sundiata is shown as a peaceful ruler who avoids war
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who were the Mandingoes in the story of Sundiata?
The sorcerers who defended the city
The archers positioned on the ramparts
The people of Mali
The attackers from a foreign land
5.
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What strategy did the Mandingoes use to attack the city of Sosso?
They used magic to bring down the walls
They attacked from the sea
They positioned sofas on the ramparts for the archers
They threw stones down on the assailants
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What did the archers do when they saw the town on fire?
They hesitated and did not attack immediately.
They charged into the town without delay.
They retreated to a safer location.
They surrendered to the Mandingo sofas.
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Who is Soumaoro's nephew that rebelled against him?
Djata
Manding Bory
Fakoli
Sosso
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