Understanding 'Things Fall Apart' Themes

Understanding 'Things Fall Apart' Themes

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video provides an overview of Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', discussing the author's background, the book's plot, and its historical context. It explores the cultural and linguistic elements within the book, focusing on Nigerian tribes, particularly the Igbo people. The video delves into Igbo culture, religion, and societal structure, highlighting themes of adaptation, integrity, and civilization versus barbarism. Thematic questions are posed to encourage reflection on these concepts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Chinua Achebe's primary goal in writing 'Things Fall Apart'?

To depict the life of British colonizers

To humanize African people for Western readers

To focus on the economic aspects of colonization

To write a fictional story about European history

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year was 'Things Fall Apart' first published?

1945

1970

1960

1958

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the book's publication date in relation to Nigeria's history?

It was released during the Industrial Revolution

It was published during Nigeria's struggle for independence

It coincided with the end of World War II

It marked the beginning of the Cold War

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ethnic group is primarily represented in 'Things Fall Apart'?

Yoruba

Hausa

Igbo

Zulu

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most important crop in Igbo culture?

Cassava

Rice

Yam

Maize

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the supreme god in Igbo religion?

Ra

Odin

Zeus

Chukwu

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the concept of Chi represent in Igbo belief?

A form of currency

A traditional dance

A personal guardian spirit

A type of food

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