Novels & Comics
The protagonist’s sister’s name in Black Panther?
Who is Shuri?
Why did Nnedi write stories based on Africa?
She noticed a lack of diversity in the genre.
Complete the quote. “I’m a ______, a fighter, a disruptor, but that’s nothing compared to my female characters.”
Feminist
Ohio
The protagonist in LaGuardia.
Who is Future?
According to Vulture, who are Nnedi’s two main influences?
A Contract with God & LaGuardia Airport
Complete the quote. “I create black female characters who are strong and complex. And _________”
They have to win.
Who is the host of Jeopardy?
Alex Trebek
What inspired the novella Binti?
The need to see an African girl leave the planet on her own terms
What aspect of Nigerian culture is Nnedi especially inspired by?
Mythology
Complete the quote. “I think it’s important to tell _____________, for the sake of trying to figure out what to do”
Optimistic stories as well as cautionary tales
What was the setting of the first story that Nnedi ever wrote?
Nigeria
Who was quoted in our jeopardy slide? Name all 3
The Pointer Sisters, Spongebob Squarepants, Alex Trebek