Wole Soyinka

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/wole-soyinka

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1. When was Wole Soyinka born?July 13, 1934
2. Where was Wole Soyinka born?Obe, Nigeria
3. Who is Wole Soyinka?Wole Soyinka is a famous Nigerian writer and playwright who won the Nobel Prize in Literature. He is known for his powerful stories and his strong support for justice and human rights.
4. Why did Wole Soyinka win the Nobel Prize?He won the Nobel Prize in 1986 because of his brilliant writing and his brave activism that challenged oppression and helped shape African identity.

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