Chinua Achebe Quiz

Chinua Achebe's real name was...

• Chinua Frank Achebe

• Albert Chinualumogu Achebe

• Chinualumogu Achebe

• William Chinualumogu Achebe

Why did Achebe change his name?

• He had no choice in the matter.

• He wanted something easier to pronounce.

• To honor his European ancestors
• To reflect his Igbo heritage and reject colonial influence

Where was Achebe born?

• Cape Town, South Africa

• Ogidi, Nigeria

• London, England

• Nairobi, Kenya

Why did Achebe write Things Fall Apart ?

• To promote European colonialism.

• To portray the complexity of Igbo society and the impact of colonization.

• To criticize traditional African culture.

• To highlight the superiority of Western literature.

Where did the author attend college?

• Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts

• University of Oxford, Oxford, England

• University College, Ibadan, Nigeria

• King's College, London, England

What did Achebe major in at college?

• Anthropology

• Classical African Cultures

• English and Literature

• History

Which of the following occupations has the author held?

• farmer

• politician

• professor

• lawyer

Which of the following occupations has the author held?

• musician

• diplomat

• scientist

• journalist

Which of the follow is NOT written by Achebe?

• Things Fall Apart

• Arrow of God

• No Longer at Ease

• Cry, the Beloved Country

How many literary awards has the author received?

• None. He has not been recognized.

• 5 literary awards

• 10 literary awards

• over 20 literary awards