How does Adichie portray racism in America versus racism in Nigeria? Include white Americans’ reaction to black Americans or Africans, as well as Nigerians’ reaction to white Westerners, Asians, and other African cultures and subgroups.

What role does Ifemelu’s blog play in the narrative? In what ways does it illuminate the novel’s central themes as well as Ifemelu’s character?

How are Ifemelu and Obinze’s experiences in America and England similar? In what ways are they different? Given Obinze’s early fascination with America, how would he have fared in Ifemelu’s situation?