"The Poisonwood Bible" Quiz
"The Poisonwood Bible" follows the experiences of the Price family, who move to the Belgian Congo in 1959 as missionaries, and explores the impact of colonization and cultural clashes on their lives.
fiction | 633 pages | Published in 2008
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Essay questions
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- How does the setting of the Congo impact the characters and their development in The Poisonwood Bible?
- Discuss the role of religion in the novel. How does it affect the Price family and the people of the Congo?
- Compare and contrast the different perspectives of the four Price sisters. How do their viewpoints shape the narrative of the novel?
- Examine the theme of cultural clash and its effects on the characters in The Poisonwood Bible.
- Analyze the character of Nathan Price and his impact on the family. How does he contribute to the conflicts and tensions in the novel?
- Discuss the significance of nature and the environment in the story. How does it influence the characters' experiences in the Congo?
- What is the role of guilt and redemption in the novel? How do the characters grapple with their past actions and decisions?
