Why does Obierika believe that they will lose a war against the Christian Missionaries?
Many of their people have already joined, so they would be fighting against their own clansmen.
Explain the metaphor that Okonkwo uses regarding a lizard losing its tail and his lost position of power in Umuofia.
When a lizard loses its tail, it grows back. When a position of power is vacated, someone eagerly replaces them.
Why does Okonkwo draw his machete when he sees the court messanger?
He wants revenge
He wants to show compassion
He does not intend to be violent
He wants to show indifference
There is a land dispute between two clans members. The District Commissioner sides with one family because of the money they paid to the kotma. What does this represent?
a better judicial system due to colonization
corruption due to colonization
a loss of cultural identity
a better real estate market due to colonization
Who is Mr. Brown?
One of the white Christian missionaries who respects the Igbo by learning about their culture
How did the Ibo perceive Mr. Brown?
they respected him for his appreciation of their beliefs.
Why does Okonkwo think that he will easily regain his status when he returns to Umuofia?
Answers should relate to his tragic flaw making him be overconfident. Like he thinks they'll welcome him back b/c otherwise he'd appear to be weak.
How did Okonkwo plan to demonstrate his wealth upon returning to Umuofia?
He plans to induct his sons into the ozo society.
Which of the following best explains Mr. Smith's approach to converting the Igbo to Christianity?
He shunned any Igbo that wanted to convert to Christianity
He believed in assimilating both religions
He understood the complex nuances of giving up Igbo
He saw them as either good or evil.
Why does Obierika mention the fracturing of their clan to Okonkwo just before he returns from exile?
to scold him for leaving Umuofia
to prepare him to leave for Europe
to inform him of the impact of the Christian Missionaries
to prepare him to convert when he returns
Who is Mr. Smith?
A white Christian missionary who is more concerned biblical knowledge and does not curb potentially violent converts
Analyze the meaning behind the District Commissioner's title The Pacification of the Primitive Tribes of the Lower Niger.
Answers should focus on some kind of assumption that the Igbo are primitive and in need of civilization.
What does Okonkwo realize after he kills the court messanger?
His clan will not go to war
His clan can still be persuaded to fight
His clan will support him in a war
His clan has become far stronger than the Christians
How do the egwugwu treat Mr. Smith before burning down the church?
with ignorance and contempt
with respect and warning
with weakness and infierority
with compassion and forgiveness