How well do you know Okonkwo's tragic story in Things Fall Apart?
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What does Okonkwo fear the most?

  • Being seen as weak or feminine, like his father. (correct)
  • Losing his wealth and status in the clan.
  • Being exiled from the clan for his actions.
  • Disappointing his eldest son, Nwoye
  • Why does Okonkwo participate in Ikemefuna's killing?

  • It is a tradition in the clan to sacrifice a virgin and a 15-year-old boy.
  • He wants to protect Nwoye from being influenced by Ikemefuna
  • He hates Ikemefuna and wants him gone
  • He wants to prove his strength and avoid appearing weak. (correct)
  • What is the cause of tension between Okonkwo and his son, Nwoye?

  • Nwoye becomes more like his grandfather.
  • Nwoye becomes lazy and unproductive
  • Nwoye converts to Christianity. (correct)
  • Nwoye disobeys Okonkwo's orders.
  • Study Notes

    • Okonkwo is a successful and aggressive man who values strength and masculinity.
    • He fears being seen as weak or feminine, like his father.
    • Okonkwo's eldest son, Nwoye, worries him because he sees signs of laziness.
    • The clan demands the sacrifice of a virgin and a 15-year-old boy, Ikemefuna, who lives with Okonkwo's family for three years.
    • Ikemefuna becomes close to Nwoye and Okonkwo, but Okonkwo participates in Ikemefuna's killing to avoid appearing weak.
    • Okonkwo accidentally kills a fellow clansman and is forced to flee with his family for seven years.
    • Okonkwo's son, Nwoye, converts to Christianity, causing tension with his father.
    • White missionaries arrive and start to change the clan's way of life, causing further tension.
    • Okonkwo kills a messenger and hangs himself, leading to his body being considered an abomination.
    • The District Commissioner observes the situation for his book on Nigeria.

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