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.
Ikemefuna has been with Okonkwo's family for three years. He was taken in by Okonkwo as part of a peace settlement between villages after his village lost a conflict. During this time, he becomes a beloved member of the family, particularly bonding with Okonkwo's son, Nwoye. His presence significantly impacts the family's dynamics and Okonkwo's relationship with his sons.
Ezinma is the child who is most able to understand Okonkwo's view points and what he wishes for their family. She seems to share Okonkwo's desire for family honour and is willing to sacrifice for it as well.
Okonkwo's duty is to stay alive so that he and his family may go back to their village.
Okonkwo had several titles including presumably the title of ozo.
Okonkwo hosts a farewell feast in his mother's village, slaughtering 3 goats.
Okonkwo is warned not to take part in the killing of Ikemefuna, the young boy who was living with his family. The Oracle warns him that he should not personally participate in the killing as it would bring about grave consequences.
Okonkwo goes to live in Mbanta, his motherland.
Ezinma is the child who is most able to understand Okonkwo's view points and what he wishes for their family. She seems to share Okonkwo's desire for family honour and is willing to sacrifice for it as well.
Ikemefuna is the boy that is sent to live with Okonkwo. Eventually the boy becomes much like Okonkwo's own son, and Ikemefuna even calls Okonkwo father.
Okonkwo's duty is to stay alive so that he and his family may go back to their village.
Okonkwo is only temporarily exiled because he killed a clansman by accident, the female crime.
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.
Okonkwo had several titles including presumably the title of ozo.
The difficulty due to Okonkwo's family history stems from his father Unoka's reputation as a lazy and unsuccessful man, which creates pressure for Okonkwo to succeed and not be associated with his father's failures. The difficulty due to nature comes from factors like droughts or poor harvests, which put additional strain on Okonkwo to provide for his family and maintain his status in the community.
Obierika suggested that Okonkwo should let him take care of the crops until Okonkwo could repay him. He also proposed that Okonkwo should leave his son Nwoye with him as a pledge to ensure Okonkwo's return.
This is not entirely true. Okonkwo is thankful towards his mother's family for taking him in and providing him a way to live, but he feels that the 7 years that he has had to live away from his home in Umuofia is a waste. During this time, he has been unable to ascend the ranks in Igbo society, including inducting his sons into Igbo society.
Ikemefuna was the boy who was adopted by Okonkwo in Chinua Achebe's novel Things Fall Apart. He was taken in by Okonkwo's family as part of a peace settlement between their village and a neighboring one.