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What does Okonkwo fear the most?
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?
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?
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.
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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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