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Okonkwo's downfall was initially caused by his lazy, ill-reputed father. By trying so hard to distance himself from his father, he forgoes emotion and temperance.
Other events that lead to his downfall include:
- Beating his wife Ekwefi.
- Nearly shooting his wife Ekwefi.
- Ekwefi telling Chielo that Okonkwo did nearly kill her.
- The declaration that Ikemefuna must die.
- Okonkwo's killing of Ikemefuna.
- Okonkwo's accidental killing of a tribesman and Okonkwo's subsequent exile.
- The arrival of the European colonists.
- Nwoye's conversion to Christianity.
- Okonkwo's slaying of the messenger.
What else can I help you with?
What word best describes Okonkwo's mood at the beginning of his exile?
At the beginning of his exile, Okonkwo's mood can best be described as despondent. He feels isolated, ashamed, and resentful towards the circumstances that led to his banishment from his village.
What are some quotes that show okonkwo is a man?
"Okonkwo was a man." "Did you see that man, Okonkwo?" "You are my son. Okonkwo, I am your father!"
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.
What chapter does Ikemefuna get killed?
Ikemefuna is led by the tribe on a long march outside of its lands. One tribeman cuts him with a machete. As Ikemefuna runs to Okonkwo for safety, Okonkwo chops Ikemefuna down with his machete.
What is one thing that Okonkwo did to show his culture?
Okonkwo wrestled. Okonkwo fought in wars.
What is Okonkwo's career?
Okonkwo of this time is a notable footballer. Okonkwo from Things Fall Apart is a farmer.
What is the birth name of Kenneth Okonkwo?
Kenneth Okonkwo's birth name is Kenneth Arinzechukwu Okonkwo.
How does obierika prove himself to be a good friend to okonkwo in this chapter?
Obierika invites Okonkwo to witness the negotiation of Akueke's bride price.Obierika tries to assuage Okonkwo's fears of Nwoye not being manly enough.Obierika does not mention Unoka, knowing the Okonkwo is still ashamed of him.Obierika does not fail to criticize Okonkwo for taking part in the sacrifice of Ikemefuna, having also declined to take part in that ceremony.Obierika invites Okonkwo's family to his daughter's wedding.Obierika console Okonkwo on his pending exile.Obierika helps with other friends to carry Okonkwo's yams to his barn. He is trusted to store these yams.Later on, he sells Okonkwo's yams and gives Okonkwo the money in Mbanta.Obierika again visit Okonkwo in Mbanta.Obierika is trusted and paid to build two huts in Okonkwo's old compound.Finally, he takes responsibility for the burying of his friend after he has desecrated himself.
What were okonkwo's greatest fears and greatest passions?
He was afraid that he would resemble his father, Unoka. His greatest passion was to hate everything his father loved. Okonkwo also strongly feared appearing weak. This led him to make poor decisions later in the book.
What were Okonkwo and greatest fear and greatest passion?
He was afraid that he would resemble his father, Unoka. His greatest passion was to hate everything his father loved. Okonkwo also strongly feared appearing weak. This led him to make poor decisions later in the book.
What was the commissioner's reaction to the killing of the messenger in Things Fall Apart?
This would depend on the incident.This might refer to any of:The burning of the churchThe killing of the messengerDiscovering Okonkwo had been hangedSee related questions.
Why does Okonkwo's son serve him and why does Okonkwo drink first?
Because it is his son's duty. Okonkwo is the master of the house.
