The Danger of a Single Story Quiz

Identify a stereotype in the following story: 'Once upon a time, there was a brave prince who rescued a helpless princess from a tower.'

• The story promotes gender equality

• Portrayal of the princess as helpless and in need of rescue by a brave prince

• The prince is portrayed as weak and cowardly

• The princess is portrayed as strong and independent

What is the main idea of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's TED Talk, "The Danger of a Single Story"?

• The importance of storytelling

• The impact of stereotypes and limited perspectives

• The history of African literature

• The role of personal anecdotes in communication

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What does Adichie believe is the danger of a single story?

• It perpetuates ignorance and reinforces stereotypes

• It simplifies complex issues

• It limits creativity

• It ignores the contributions of diverse cultures

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In the talk, what does Adichie mean by a "single story"?

• A narrative told by a single storyteller

• A story with only one character

• A one-dimensional and incomplete portrayal of a group or culture

• A story that lacks diversity

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According to Adichie, how does a single story contribute to misunderstanding and misrepresentation?

• It fosters empathy

• It encourages critical thinking

• It oversimplifies and distorts reality

• It promotes cultural understanding

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How does Adichie use personal anecdotes in her talk?

• To entertain the audience

• To illustrate her points and experiences

• To manipulate emotions

• To criticize other storytellers

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What role does literature play in shaping the narrative of a culture, according to Adichie?

• It reinforces stereotypes

• It challenges preconceived notions

• It is irrelevant to cultural narratives

• It perpetuates a single story

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How does Adichie support her argument about the danger of a single story?

• By presenting statistical data

• Through personal anecdotes and examples

• By citing scholarly articles

• By using fictional stories

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How were Adichie’s interactions with Fide’s family similar to her interactions with her college roommate?

•  Adichie felt pity for Fide’s family, as her roommate felt pity for her based on a single story.
• Adichie didn’t try to get to know Fide’s family, as her roommate didn’t not try to get to know her.
• Adichie decided she had nothing in common with Fide’s family before she met them, just as her roommate did.
•  Adichie had high expectations for Fide’s family, as her roommate did for her based on a single story.

If Adichie were to give advice on how to combat the danger of a single story, what might she suggest?

• Embrace single narratives to simplify complex issues

• Engage with a diverse range of stories and perspectives

• Avoid personal anecdotes in storytelling

• Stick to traditional narratives to avoid controversy

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