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How did the European missionaries understand Ibo culture?
European missionaries viewed Ibo culture as primitive and in need of conversion to Christianity. They often saw the Ibo people's spiritual beliefs and practices as pagan and worked to replace them with Christian teachings. The missionaries aimed to "civilize" the Ibo people by imposing European values and religious beliefs on them.
In Things Fall Apart what is the marriage custom in the ibo culture?
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What was okonkwo's response to the cultural collision caused by the introduction of Western ideas into Ibo culture?
He believed the Western ideas were like poison to the Ibo culture and felt they should be eradicated. He believed direct quick action was needed.
What are the egwuwu?
In Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe, the ibo clan believed in spirits of their ancestors that guided them. This was the case in real ibo culture not just in Things Fall Apart. It was their real beliefs.
How do the African people view the culture of the Ibo in Things Fall Apart?
Different African people view the culture of the Ibo in different ways. The ones having grown up in this culture mostly see it as a proud culture, the culture of their fathers, and their fathers. It is a just culture. Some question the reasonableness of parts of the culture, including the wisdom of killing twins, and exiling people for accidental deaths, but generally trust in the wisdom of the elders and the gods. Foreign African people might see the culture as strange or different. This really depends on the individual.
What are the Differences between Hausa and Ibo culture?
Hausa culture is predominantly found in northern Nigeria while Ibo (Igbo) culture is mainly in the southeastern region. Hausa society is traditionally organized around Islamic principles while Igbo culture is more diverse in its religious practices. Additionally, the languages, traditional attire, and food differ between the two cultures.
What are some weak points in the Ibo culture?
They do not have a centralized command structure. They are an agrarian society and so suffer famines together.
What are the themes of Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe?
Abuse, humble, and others
What is the birth name of Wim Ibo?
Wim Ibo's birth name is Johan Willem Ibo.
Explain the significance of yams in igbo culture?
The yam festival is very important to the Ibo because it celebrates the coming of the new yam harvest. The old yams are used in their all yam foods to make room for the new harvest. The homes are cleansed and the women prepare a feast of yams for the celebration.
Why does the commissioner think he is bring civilization to the Ibo people?
The commissioner believes he is bringing civilization to the Ibo people because he sees their culture and traditions as primitive and uncivilized. He views their ways of life as backwards and believes that introducing Western ideas and practices will improve their society. This reflects the colonialist attitude that European culture is superior to indigenous cultures.
What traits that the Ibo associate with masculinity does this behavior reveal?
The behavior of Okonkwo reveals traits associated with masculinity in Ibo culture, such as strength, bravery, dominance, and the need to assert power and control. Okonkwo's strict adherence to traditional masculine values, his aggression, and his fierce determination to succeed are all indicative of how masculinity is defined and valued in Ibo society.
