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What does okonkwo do before leaving his motherland the village of manta?
Before leaving his motherland, the village of Mbanta, Okonkwo gathers his belongings, settles his debts, and bids farewell to his family and friends. He is exiled to his mother's village for seven years.
Where did okonkwo take his family to live?
Okonkwo originally lives his life in Umuofia, but he is exiled for seven years. During this time, he lives in his motherland, Mbanta. He eventually returns to Umuofia.
Why does okonkwo seek refuge in his motherland?
Okonkwo seeks refuge in his motherland after being exiled from his community because he believes it is the only place where he can find protection and solace. He wants to start afresh and rebuild his life among his mother's people, away from the shame and ostracism he faced in his own village.
What was the rise and fall of okonkwo?
The fall of Ikemefuna marks the true beginning of Okonkwo's downfall. Before this, Okonkwo's situation was quite good and looking upwards; before this event is about the peak of Okonkwo's life.
Why were and for how long is okonkwo's exiled?
The Female, or accidental murder of a clansmen at a funeral ceremony. He murdered a sixteen year old son of Ezeudu, the man who's funeral he was attending when his rifle exploded and a piece of iron pierced the boys heart.
What are some of the internal and external conflicts in Things Fall Apart?
Internal Conflict: Huck dealing with his conscience(society), and his acceptance for Jim as equal to him. External Conflict: Pap beating up Huck, when Huck and Jim got separated, Jim and Huck camping out in bad weather.
Why aren't okonkwo and his family exiled permanently?
Okonkwo is only temporarily exiled because he killed a clansman by accident, the female crime.
Why was Okonkwo ostracized?
Okonkwo was not ostracized. Okonkwo was exiled for killing a man. Okonkwo was spoken badly of when he was not outwardly repentant after breaking the Week of Peace. Okonkwo was distanced from after he kills a messenger.
Where does Obierika get the bags of cowries that he brings to Okonkwo?
Obierika sold the yams from Okonkwo's farm that they stored in Obierika's farm when Okonkwo was getting exiled.
Who is Uchendu and what does he tell Okonkwo?
Firstly he calls together his sons and daughters and then Okonkwo, his nephew. He then challenges any of them to speak if they think they know more than he does; no one speaks up. Secondly, he asks Okonkwo a question to which he does not know. When Okonkwo says he does not know, Uchendu calls him a child.
What message did ogbuefi bring to okonkwo?
Uchendu calls Okonkwo in for a meeting with him, and uses his authority to subtlely shame Okonkwo for his behaviour. Firstly, he explains the meaning of the motherland, and makes it seem as if going back to the Motherland is not a punishment as much as it is a respite from the evils that plague man. He tells Okonkwo that other men have had greater suffering and that his is not as bad as he makes it out to be. Further, he tells Okonkwo that he must survive to go home so that he does not trap his family in the mother land. He plays on Okonkwo's manly pride to ensure that Okonkwo will behave properly and with spirit.
What are the cause and effects of okonkwo getting to sent to mbanta in Things Fall Apart?
Cause: Okonkwo is exiled for 7 years for killing Ekeudu's son by accident when his gun explodes during Ekeudu's funeral Effect: Okonkwo is exiled for 7 years. His status is put on hold. He cannot introduce his sons to Ibo life. He is unable to defend Umuofia from Christianity while he is not there.
