If there’s one book that every Nigerian, both old and young, rich and not-so-rich have read, it is Chinua Achebe’s classic novel, Things Fall Apart. This book marked a milestone for Nigeria and African Literature. It’s been several years since it was published, but people all over the world still read it and talk about it. I would say don’t call yourself a Nigerian if you haven’t read it, but then, the joke will be on me.
Take this quiz and we’ll find out if you’ve truly read it or not.
What was the name of the main character in the novel?
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Where was the protagonist from?
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Chielo was a priestess dedicated to which god?
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Who was Amalinze The Cat?
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Why did Nwoye change his name to Isaac?
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Who was Ezinma?
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When was the novel originally published?
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Who said this: "A child cannot pay for its mother's milk?"
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How many years was Okonkwo banished for?
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How was Ezedu's son accidentally killed?
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How Well Do You Remember Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart?
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