Things Fall Apart Chapter 7 Quiz

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How long does Ikemefuna stay with Okonkwo's family?

3 years

What effect does Ikemefuna have on Nwoye?

He seems to have 'kindled a new fire' in Nwoye, who becomes more masculine in his attitude.

What does Okonkwo invite the two boys to do?

He frequently invites the two into his obi to listen to violent, masculine stories.

What does Nwoye do to please his father despite his true feelings?

He expresses disdain for women and their concerns. Signup and view all the answers

What event surprises the villagers?

Locusts descend upon Umuofia. Signup and view all the answers

How often do locusts come?

They come once in a generation and will return every year for seven years before disappearing for another lifetime. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the villagers collect the locusts?

They are good to eat when cooked. Signup and view all the answers

Who comes to visit Okonkwo?

Ogbuefi Ezeudu. Signup and view all the answers

What news does Ogbuefi Ezeudu bring for Okonkwo?

He informs Okonkwo that the Oracle has decreed that Ikemefuna must be killed. Signup and view all the answers

What suggestion does Ezeudu give Okonkwo and why?

He tells Okonkwo not to take part in the boy's death, as Ikemefuna calls him 'father.' Signup and view all the answers

What lie does Okonkwo tell Ikemefuna?

He tells him that he will be returning to his home village. Signup and view all the answers

How does Nwoye react to the situation?

Nwoye bursts into tears. Signup and view all the answers

What thoughts come to Ikemefuna as he walks home?

Ikemefuna thinks about seeing his mother. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Ikemefuna after hours of walking?

A man attacks him with a machete; Ikemefuna cries to Okonkwo for help. Signup and view all the answers

What does Okonkwo do and why?

Okonkwo cuts the boy down because he doesn't wish to look weak. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Okonkwo arrives at home?

Nwoye intuits that his friend is dead. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Nwoye after Ikemefuna's death?

Something breaks inside him for the second time in his life. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ikemefuna and Okonkwo's Family

Ikemefuna spends three years with Okonkwo's family, profoundly affecting their dynamics.
Nwoye experiences a transformation, feeling revitalized by Ikemefuna’s presence, leading to a more masculine demeanor, which pleases Okonkwo.
Okonkwo encourages bonding by sharing masculine, aggressive stories with Nwoye and Ikemefuna in the obi.

Nwoye's Internal Conflict

Nwoye struggles with his true emotions; he misses comforting maternal stories but feigns disdain for femininity to satisfy Okonkwo’s expectations.
His emotional turmoil deepens when he is forced to confront his feelings regarding Ikemefuna's fate.

The Locust Invasion

The village of Umuofia is surprised by a once-in-a-generation locust invasion, bringing excitement and hope of food.
Locusts are collected eagerly as they are considered a delicacy when cooked, promising sustenance for years.

Ogbuefi Ezeudu's Visit

Ogbuefi Ezeudu visits Okonkwo to deliver grave news from the Oracle, stating that Ikemefuna must be killed.
Ezeudu advises Okonkwo against participating in the boy’s death, mindful that Ikemefuna sees Okonkwo as a father figure.

Deceptive Assurance and Tragic Outcome

Okonkwo deceives Ikemefuna, pretending he will return to his village, masking the grim reality ahead.
As Ikemefuna walks home, he ponders reuniting with his mother, highlighting his innocence and vulnerability.

Ikemefuna's Fate

After a harrowing walk, Ikemefuna is attacked by a man wielding a machete, calling out for Okonkwo.
Conforming to his fears of appearing weak, Okonkwo ultimately strikes Ikemefuna down, marking a tragic moment of internal conflict.

Aftermath for Nwoye and Okonkwo

Nwoye senses the death of his friend and is consumed by grief, cementing a fracture within him for the second time in his life.
This emotional break parallels a previous trauma experienced in childhood when he witnessed the cruel abandonment of twins in the Evil Forest.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 7 from 'Things Fall Apart'. This quiz focuses on the character interactions, themes, and significant events involving Ikemefuna and Nwoye. Challenge yourself to recall the critical moments that shape these relationships in the story.