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Below is an introductory "assessment" of what you do or do not know about or current novel. Copy and paste the information onto your own wiki and answer the questions individually.
1. This story takes place in Nigeria. Sketch the continent where it is located as well as the approximate location of that country. Western part of Africa

2. In what year did Nigeria become an independent nation? After World War II, 1945

3. What is the country's primary source of income? Diamond, Oil, Masks

4. What are some current issues going on in Nigeria? Racism, religious disputes, corruption, and soccer

5. Which is not a primary food source for people in this region of the country? a) yams b) rice c) cassava d) beans B

6. Which ethnic group does this story focus on? a) Hausa b) Fulani c) Yoruba d) Igbo D

7. When was //Things Fall Apart// written? 1959

8. What is the approximate time period in which //Things Fall Apart// is set? 1800s

9. Where did the author grow up? Nigeria

10. List as much as you can about the author's life and why he is well known. He is Chinua Achebe. He lived in Nigeria. He is a charming men who is going through his golden age as a writer. He enjoys taking a walk with his dog.