The Power of the Single Story
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's concept of the 'single story' refers to

  • The misunderstanding of life in other parts of the world
  • The portrayal of a group of people based on a narrow perspective (correct)
  • The oversimplification of complex identities and experiences
  • The danger of hearing and telling stories about different cultures

    • In her TED Talk, Adichie shared personal anecdotes and experiences to

  • Explain the concept of complex identities and experiences
  • Discuss the dangers of a single story
  • Promote understanding between different cultures
  • Highlight how stories can shape our perceptions and reinforce biases (correct)

    • Adichie's concept of the 'single story' often leads to

  • Promoting understanding and empathy
  • Encouraging diverse perspectives
  • Challenging biases and stereotypes
  • Stereotyping, misunderstanding, and oversimplification (correct)

    • Adichie's TED Talk titled 'The Danger of a Single Story' was given in

    <p>2009</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Growing up in Nigeria, Adichie was exposed to stories that primarily featured

    <p>Western perspectives and cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's concept of the 'single story' refers to

    <p>The tendency to oversimplify complex identities and experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In her TED Talk, Adichie shared personal anecdotes and experiences to

    <p>Highlight the danger of a single story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adichie grew up in which country?

    <p>Nigeria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'single story' concept can lead to

    <p>Stereotyping and misunderstanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adichie introduced the concept of the 'single story' in her

    <p>TED Talk</p> Signup and view all the answers

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