Author
What country is Adichie from?
Nigeria
What season does the story mostly take place in?
Summer
What work of literature could the snake be alluding to?
What pastry does Weinshilboum often bring to share with the class?
Donuts
How many kids does the author have?
3
What was the secret the narrator kept from her family?
She killed Nonso.
What concept/emotion does the snake represent in the story?
Temptation/desire
What soccer team does Weinshilboum hate with a passion?
Manchester City
How many short stories are in "The Thing Around Your Neck?"
12
What was the relationship between the narrator and her cousin, Dozie?
They loved each other romantically.
What are trees symbolic of in Nigerian culture?
Spiritual forces/ancestors
What does Weinshilboum pull out when something tragic happens?
World's Smallest Violin
What was the name of Adichie's most recent book?
"Dream Count"
What is the narrator's name?
The narrator's name was never mentioned/revealed in the story.
What future event is being foreshadowed in the story when lighting strikes a mango tree?
Where did Weinshilboum's stalker use to leave gifts for him?
On his car