Things Fall Apart Chapter Quiz

Questions and Answers

How did the church and the clan remain at first in Mbanta?

Separated for one another.

What did the villagers believe about the Christians?

They will eventually weaken and die.

What happened with the three converts coming into the village?

They said that traditional gods are dead, and the converts are ready to burn their shrines.

What did the clan men do to the three converts?

Beat them severely. Signup and view all the answers

What rumors circulate?

The church has set up its own government. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'osu' mean?

A class of people in Igbo culture considered outcasts, not fit to associate with free-born members of the clan. Signup and view all the answers

Where do the 'osu' live?

In a special section of the village. Signup and view all the answers

What were the 'osu' prohibited to do?

Marry a free person or cut their hair. Signup and view all the answers

Where are the 'osu' buried?

In the Evil Forest. Signup and view all the answers

What did the 'osu' think when they see that the church welcomes twins?

They may be welcome also. Signup and view all the answers

What do converts say when two outcasts attend service?

Mr. Kiaga does not understand the disgrace of associating with 'osu'. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Kiaga say about the 'osu'?

They need the church more than anyone. Signup and view all the answers

What does one prior convert decide to do?

Return to the clan. Signup and view all the answers

What do the others find in the missionary's point of view?

Strength and understanding. Signup and view all the answers

What do most of the 'osu' do?

Become Christians. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the more dedicated members of the congregation?

The outcasts. Signup and view all the answers

What did the rumors say about one of the 'osu' converts?

Killed the sacred python. Signup and view all the answers

What is a python for the Igbo tribes?

The most respected animal. Signup and view all the answers

Who gathers to decide on the punishment for the crime?

The clan rules and the elders in Mbanta. Signup and view all the answers

What has Okonkwo gained in Mbanta?

A leadership role. Signup and view all the answers

What does Okonkwo think about the crime?

The clan should react with violence. Signup and view all the answers

What do the elders decide?

To exclude church members from all aspects of clan life. Signup and view all the answers

How did Okonkwo react to the leaders' decision?

With disgust. Signup and view all the answers

What does the proclamation of exclusion keep the Christians from?

The market, the stream, the chal quarry, and the red earth pit. Signup and view all the answers

According to Okoli, did he kill the python?

False Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Okoli speak for himself?

He is sick. Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the end of the day?

Okoli dies. Signup and view all the answers

How do the villagers consider Okoli's death?

An act of revenge by the gods. Signup and view all the answers

What did the villagers decide to do after Okoli's death?

They agree not to bother the Christians. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Church and Clan Dynamics

The church and the clan in Mbanta initially remained separate entities.
Villagers believed that Christians would eventually weaken their community and die out.

Converts' Reactions

The arrival of three converts led to accusations that traditional gods were dead and shrines were to be burned.
Clan men responded to the converts with severe violence.

Rumors and Governance

It was rumored that the church had established its own governance, causing unrest among the villagers.
"Osu" refers to a class of outcasts in Igbo culture, who are deemed unfit to associate with free-born clan members.

Life of the Osu

The "osu" reside in a designated area of the village, separated from everyone else.
They are prohibited from marrying free individuals or cutting their hair and are buried in the Evil Forest.

Perceptions of the Church

The church's acceptance of twins was seen as welcoming by the "osu."
Mr. Kiaga, a church leader, failed to grasp the stigma associated with "osu" among converts.

Conflict and Decisions

The "osu" are viewed as needing the church the most and many chose to convert to Christianity.
Past converts, however, may feel compelled to return to the clan due to tensions.

Community and Leadership

Converts found strength and understanding in the missionaries’ perspectives.
Okonkwo gained a leadership role in Mbanta, influenced by the clan dynamics.

Reactions to Violence

Okonkwo believed the clan should respond violently to crimes against their traditions.
Elders decided to exclude church members from clan activities, causing discontent among some leaders.

Punishment and Consequences

Okoli faced accusations of killing the sacred python, a highly respected animal in the Igbo community.
The decision for exclusion kept Christians from vital community resources like the market and stream.

Death and its Implications

Okoli could not defend himself due to illness and ultimately died, which many villagers interpreted as divine retribution.
Following Okoli’s death, the villagers decided to cease hostilities toward the Christians, indicating a shift in community tensions.

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Test your understanding of key concepts from Chapter 1 of 'Things Fall Apart'. This quiz explores the relationships between traditional beliefs and the introduction of Christianity in the village of Mbanta. Answer questions based on significant phrases and definitions found in the text.