Things Fall Apart Quiz! Novel Trivia

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    Okonkwo's father was named...

    • Ikemefuna
    • Nwoye
    • Obierika
    • Unoka
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Explore the depths of Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart' with this engaging quiz! Test your knowledge on the novel's setting, characters, and themes, and understand Okonkwo's complex world. Perfect for students and enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of African literature.

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    In his youth, Okwonko gained fame...

    • In the Festival of the New Yam, when he played the flute

    • In a wrestling match, where he beat a wrestler called the Cat

    • In a clan meeting, where he argued eloquently for peace

    • In a boxing match, where he beat a boxer called the Fox

    Correct Answer
    A. In a wrestling match, where he beat a wrestler called the Cat
    Explanation
    Okwonko gained fame in a wrestling match where he defeated a wrestler named the Cat. This suggests that Okwonko is known for his physical strength and prowess in combat. Winning this match would have demonstrated his skill and dominance in the wrestling arena, earning him recognition and respect from his community.

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  • 3. 

    Okonkwo is driven to extreme behaviors in part because...

    • He was abused as a child

    • He is terrified of failure

    • He is the chief of his clan

    • He is a fanatical Christian

    Correct Answer
    A. He is terrified of failure
    Explanation
    Okonkwo is driven to extreme behaviors in part because he is terrified of failure. This fear stems from his upbringing and the pressure he feels to live up to the expectations of his father, who was seen as weak and unsuccessful. Okonkwo's desire to prove himself as strong and successful leads him to engage in aggressive and violent actions, as he believes this is the only way to avoid being seen as a failure. This fear of failure drives him to extreme behaviors and shapes his character throughout the story.

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  • 4. 

    Okonkwo was born...

    • The son of a priestess

    • The son of a white master and African mistress

    • The son of a failure

    • The son of a rich man

    Correct Answer
    A. The son of a failure
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the son of a failure." This is because in the novel "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe, Okonkwo's father, Unoka, is depicted as a weak and unsuccessful man. Unoka is known for his lack of ambition, inability to provide for his family, and his love for music and idleness. Okonkwo, as a result, grows up with a strong desire to be the opposite of his father and becomes a successful and respected warrior in his community.

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  • 5. 

    Ikemefuna comes to live in Umuofia...

    • Because his parents, who were Christian missionaries, died suddenly

    • Because he is Okonkwo's nephew and his mother has died

    • As a sacrifice by made his clan, which hopes to avoid war

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. As a sacrifice by made his clan, which hopes to avoid war
  • 6. 

    Okonkwo has...

    • One wife

    • Two wives

    • Three wives

    • Four wives

    Correct Answer
    A. Three wives
    Explanation
    Okonkwo has three wives. This can be inferred from the given options. It indicates that Okonkwo is a polygamist and has multiple wives.

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  • 7. 

    Okonkwo's second wife is named...

    • Ikemefuna

    • Obgiugi

    • Ezinma

    • Ekwefi

    Correct Answer
    A. Ekwefi
    Explanation
    Ekwefi is Okonkwo's second wife. This is evident from the information provided in the question.

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  • 8. 

    The novel takes place in...

    • Both Umuofia and Mbanto

    • Umuofia

    • Mbanto

    • Johannesburg

    Correct Answer
    A. Both Umuofia and Mbanto
    Explanation
    The correct answer is both Umuofia and Mbanto. The novel takes place in both Umuofia and Mbanto, which are two different villages in Nigeria. The story primarily revolves around Umuofia, where the protagonist Okonkwo lives and faces various challenges. However, Mbanto is also an important setting as it is the village where Okonkwo's motherland is located and where he is exiled for a period of time. The inclusion of both villages in the novel allows for a deeper exploration of the Igbo culture and traditions, as well as the clash between traditional and colonial influences.

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