Things Fall Apart Review

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What is an iron horse?

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A term often used to refer to a train, symbolizing the industrial revolution and the advancement of transportation.

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Which of the following is NOT a theme in Things Fall Apart?

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Coming of age is not a theme in Things Fall Apart; the main themes include gender roles, power, and storytelling.

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What is a theme?

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A central idea in a story that conveys a deeper meaning or message.

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What does the District Commissioner think about in the last paragraph of the book?

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He thinks about how he's going to mention Okonkwo in the book he will write.

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What is binary opposition?

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Binary opposition is when two opposite things are put together for emphasis, highlighting contrasts.

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What is the significance of storytelling in Things Fall Apart?

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Storytelling serves as a means of preserving culture and history, as well as conveying moral lessons.

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Who is Okonkwo?

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Okonkwo is the protagonist of Things Fall Apart, a respected leader and warrior in the Igbo community.

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What role does gender play in Things Fall Apart?

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Gender roles are significant, with men expected to be strong and providers, while women are often relegated to domestic duties.

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What is the impact of colonialism in Things Fall Apart?

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Colonialism disrupts traditional Igbo society, leading to cultural clashes and the eventual downfall of Okonkwo.

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What does the term 'tragic hero' mean?

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A tragic hero is a character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to their own destruction.