Some consider Chinua Achebe the father of modern African Literature.
Answer:
I would say the first sentence.
Explanation:
The explanation of the lack of food gives you a better idea of the food scarcity and the level of poverty due to the war. Whereas the second sentence, yes demonstrates high levels of stress, but doesn't necessarily have to do with a war setting.
Answer:
Are you speaking about the actors or the audience? If you are talking about the actors- never! It would be highly irresponsible to fall asleep at your job. If you are talking about the audience- I suppose you can fall asleep whenever, but it would be disrespectful to the actors (unless you are watching the film version).