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Which country in Africa does Achebe’s first novel take place in?

Madagascar

Egypt

Somalia

Nigeria

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Which of the following were factors that motivated or inspired Achebe to write “Things Fall Apart”? Select all that apply:

His family history in the Ibo nation

The injustices he witnessed related to British colonialism’s impact on Nigeria

He wanted to sell a lot of books in America

He was working on a school project and needed something to write about

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At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean?
Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

A fire or light set up in a prominent position

A person who guides, offers, support, or inspires

A part of a healthy, balanced breakfast

A position of authority in the Catholic Church

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What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?
“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"

To show how Achebe was inspired by Shakespeare

To show how Achebe wanted to honor British literature

To show how Achebe's influence on African writers was as impactful as Shakespeare was on British literature

To compare how different writers were received and supported in their countries

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Which factors about Achebe's personal life made him a fitting writer to craft a story about life in Nigeria before and after British colonial rule?

He was born in an Ibo village in Nigeria

He was part of the British colonial army

He supported Great Britain later in his life

He was educated and fluent in English and experienced life in Western cultures in addition to Nigeria

Chinua Achebe Purpose & Life Story Quiz

Chinua Achebe Purpose & Life Story Quiz

Which country in Africa does Achebe’s first novel take place in?

Which of the following were factors that motivated or inspired Achebe to write “Things Fall Apart”? Select all that apply:

At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean?
Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?
“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"

Which factors about Achebe's personal life made him a fitting writer to craft a story about life in Nigeria before and after British colonial rule?

Which country in Africa does Achebe’s first novel take place in?

Which of the following were factors that motivated or inspired Achebe to write “Things Fall Apart”? Select all that apply:

At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean?
Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?
“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"

Which factors about Achebe's personal life made him a fitting writer to craft a story about life in Nigeria before and after British colonial rule?

Chinua Achebe Purpose & Life Story Quiz

Chinua Achebe Purpose & Life Story Quiz

Which country in Africa does Achebe’s first novel take place in?

Which of the following were factors that motivated or inspired Achebe to write “Things Fall Apart”? Select all that apply:

At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean? Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"

Which factors about Achebe's personal life made him a fitting writer to craft a story about life in Nigeria before and after British colonial rule?

Which country in Africa does Achebe’s first novel take place in?

Which of the following were factors that motivated or inspired Achebe to write “Things Fall Apart”? Select all that apply:

At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean? Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"

Which factors about Achebe's personal life made him a fitting writer to craft a story about life in Nigeria before and after British colonial rule?

At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean?
Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?
“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"

At the bottom of page 1, what does the phrase “beacon” mean?
Quote: “his stature grew, until he was considered a literary and political beacon, influencing generations of African writers as well as many in the West.”

What is the purpose of including the following comparison from page 2?
“It would be like asking how Shakespeare influenced English writers"