Chinua Achebe's things fall apart

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What is the title of Chinua Achebe's debut novel published in 1958?
Things Fall Apart
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In which century is 'Things Fall Apart' set?
Late 19th century
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Which Nigerian ethnic group is primarily depicted in 'Things Fall Apart'?
Igbo people
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What literary work inspired the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
W.B. Yeats' poem 'The Second Coming'
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What are the three parts of 'Things Fall Apart' focused on?
Okonkwo's life, the impact of colonialism, and confrontation with colonial authorities.
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What motivates Okonkwo's actions and desires in 'Things Fall Apart'?
His desire to distance himself from his father Unoka and prove his masculinity.
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What significant event marks a turning point in Okonkwo's life in Part Two of 'Things Fall Apart'?
The arrival of European colonizers and Christian missionaries in Umuofia.
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What is the relationship between Okonkwo and his son Nwoye in 'Things Fall Apart'?
Their relationship is strained due to Nwoye's attraction to Christianity.
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What does Okonkwo's suicide symbolize in 'Things Fall Apart'?
The destruction of traditional Igbo society and loss of cultural identity under colonial rule.
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What theme explores the clash between traditional Igbo society and European colonial values in the novel?
Colonialism.
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How does 'Things Fall Apart' address the concept of masculinity?
It critiques traditional masculine norms through Okonkwo's aggressive behavior and the complexities of Igbo culture.
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What does Achebe emphasize about cultural identity in 'Things Fall Apart'?
The importance of preserving traditional practices in the face of external pressures.
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Who is Okonkwo's father and how does he contrast with Okonkwo?
Unoka, who is gentle and musical, contrasting with Okonkwo's aggressive masculinity.
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What is the historical context of 'Things Fall Apart'?
It is set against the backdrop of British colonial expansion in late 19th-century Nigeria.
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Why is 'Things Fall Apart' considered significant in modern African literature?
It offers a powerful exploration of colonialism, cultural identity, and the complexities of human experience.