This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > African Literature > Things Fall Apart > Things Fall Apart – Quiz 58 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Things Fall Apart Quiz 58 (20 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What was the purpose of Berlin conference? A) To end the conflicts created by the, "Scramble for Africa". B) European powers negotiated their claims and its resources. C) Both the above. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Both the above. 2. The family sought refuge in a nearby shelter during the storm. What does the word 'refuge' mean? A) A safe place where you can hide. B) Mostly or mainly. C) Making you feel serious and thoughtful. D) To say yes or agree with something. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A safe place where you can hide. 3. How does Okonkwo's character develop throughout Chapter 2? A) Okonkwo's character develops by abandoning his traditional values and embracing modern ideals. B) Okonkwo's character develops by becoming more passive, indecisive, and weak-willed. C) Okonkwo's character develops by becoming more lazy, unmotivated, and rebellious. D) Okonkwo's character develops by showcasing his determination, ambition, and adherence to traditional values. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Okonkwo's character develops by showcasing his determination, ambition, and adherence to traditional values. 4. What is the main theme explored in 'Things Fall Apart'? A) The importance of family and community. B) Clash between traditional African culture and European colonialism. C) The struggle for independence from colonial rule. D) The impact of globalization on traditional societies. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Clash between traditional African culture and European colonialism. 5. What is the definition of 'subside'? A) Exceptional skill or talent in something. B) To become less active or intense. C) Difficult to understand because it's secret. D) About to happen or occur soon. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To become less active or intense. 6. Descended A) Unnecessary, more than enough, wasteful. B) To move from a higher to a lower place; to arrive or attack in a sudden, overwhelming manner. C) Of or relating to a non-industrial, often tribal culture, especially one that is characterized by a low level of economic complexity. D) Impossibly seen, gone through or understood. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To move from a higher to a lower place; to arrive or attack in a sudden, overwhelming manner. 7. Despite facing multiple setbacks, she continued to persevere in pursuing her dreams. What does the word 'persevere' mean? A) To say something in a singing voice. B) Good news about Jesus and his teachings. C) Unable to do something or be effective. D) To keep trying and never give up. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To keep trying and never give up. 8. What was the main struggle that Nwoye goes through? A) He is too masculine. B) He does not meet his father's expectations and converts to a different religion. C) He does not go through any struggle and is adored by his father. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) He does not meet his father's expectations and converts to a different religion. 9. Who struck the last blow to Ikemefuna, and why? A) Mr. Brown did, because he was afraid of being thought weak. B) Okonkwo did, because he was afraid of being thought weak. C) None of the above. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Okonkwo did, because he was afraid of being thought weak. 10. The flowers began to ..... after not being watered for several days. A) Poignant. B) Deft. C) Perish. D) Arduous. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Perish. 11. Which tribe of people is the novel focused on? A) The cutest. B) Umuofia. C) Igbo. D) Detection. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Igbo. 12. She made a ..... plan to meet for lunch, but it wasn't confirmed yet. A) Accompany. B) Deity. C) Tentative. D) Subdue. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Tentative. 13. A male who holds a high rank in society is referred to as a A) Sire. B) Mister. C) Prince. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Sire. 14. What was Ezima's iyi-uwa, or link with the ogbanje? A) It was a special kind of treasure that was buried in the ground. B) It was a special kind of stone that was buried in the ground. C) It was a special kind of plant that was buried in the ground. D) It was a special kind of food that was buried in the ground. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It was a special kind of stone that was buried in the ground. 15. What is the definition of 'waver'? A) The width or extent of something. B) Made or shaped, often by hand. C) To go back and forth in motion. D) To tell someone what medicine to take. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To go back and forth in motion. 16. Who wanted to take Ezinma to see Agbala? A) Okonkwo. B) Heaven. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Heaven. 17. What is the definition of 'subdue'? A) To bring under control or conquer. B) Trying something uncertain or not definite. C) To go with someone or something. D) To have fun and celebrate joyfully. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To bring under control or conquer. 18. A frame or stand with three legs that are usually collapsible, used for supporting something A) Tumult. B) Rites. C) Tripod. D) Infirm. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Tripod. 19. The origin of the conflict can ..... a resolution. A) Sobering. B) Banish. C) Diffuse. D) Beget. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Beget. 20. What is the definition of 'exile'? A) Being forced to leave one's home. B) A safe place where you can hide. C) To say yes or agree with something. D) To send away someone or something. 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