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1. This story takes place in Nigeria. Sketch the continent where it is located as well as the approximate location of that country.

2. In what year did Nigeria become an independent nation? -1960

3. What is the country's primary source of income? - Oil

4. What are some current issues going on in Nigeria? -After 16 years of military rule, Nigeria changed to civilian government.  5. Which is not a primary food source for people in this region of the country? a) yams b) rice c) cassava d) beans -d.)

6. Which ethnic group does this story focus on? a) Hausa b) Fulani c) Yoruba d) Igbo -Igbo 7. When was //Things Fall Apart// written? -1960 8. What is the approximate time period in which //Things Fall Apart// is set? -a poor time period 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. -His name is Chinua Achebe and he is famous for have written //Things Fall Apart//