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Okonkwo kills 5 warriors while in war with other villages.
He later kills his 'adopted' son, Ikemefuna.
He accidentally kills Ekeudu's son at Ekeudu's funeral.
Near the end of the book, he kills a messenger who demanded the village stop their meeting.
Finally, he kills himself.
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Whom did Okonkwo beat in his legendary wrestling match?
Okonkwo beat the legendary Amalinze the Cat, who had been undefeated in 5 years of wrestling.
Why was Okonkwo warned to have nothing to do with lkemefuna's death?
Ikemefuna called Okonkwo father. It would be unnatural for a father to kill his son. The boy was also affectionate towards Okonkwo, and it would be like a betrayal.
What is the ironic connection between Ezeudo's warning to Okonkwo and Okonkwo's crime?
Okonkwo was warned not to kill his adopted son, but ends up doing it. Later on, he ends up killing Ezeudo's son in an accident. It is suggested that this may be the work of the gods, as punishment for the first act.
Does Ekwefi Okonkwo's second wife really kill the banana tree?
Although it is not explicitly stated, this is unlikely. Achebe seems to imply that Okonkwo was looking for a reason to fight and release his pent up restlessness.
What is the significance of Mbaino in Things Fall Apart?
Mbaino is the village which Ikemefuna lives in before he is forced to live with Okonkwo in Umuofia in order to repent his father's crime. It is significant because in essence, things begin to "fall apart" for Okonkwo after Ikemefuna is killed by Umuofia. Okonkwo becomes haunted by his choice to kill Ikemefuna. In fact, Ikemefuna's death begins Okonkwo's downfall.
Whom did Okonkwo beat in his legendary wrestling match?
Okonkwo beat the legendary Amalinze the Cat, who had been undefeated in 5 years of wrestling.
Did Okonkwo kill a woman from Umuofia?
No, this deed was done by a man from Mbaino.
Why was Okonkwo warned to have nothing to do with lkemefuna's death?
Ikemefuna called Okonkwo father. It would be unnatural for a father to kill his son. The boy was also affectionate towards Okonkwo, and it would be like a betrayal.
Why does Ezeudu tell Okonkwo not to kill Ikemefuma in Things Fall Apart?
Ezeudu warns Okonkwo not to participate in Ikemefuna's killing because Ikemefuna calls Okonkwo "father" and has been living with them for three years. Ezeudu fears that Okonkwo's involvement in the killing will bring him harm and cause his chi to turn against him.
What did Okierika say about Okonkwo's part in Ikemefuna's death?
He said that Okonkwo shouldn't have went with the men to kill Ikemefuna and that he will be punished by the earth goddess for what he has done.
How did nwoye respond when okonkwo confronted him?
Nwoye initially felt fear and intimidation in response to Okonkwo's confrontations. However, as time passed, Nwoye began to distance himself from his father's harshness and eventually disassociated himself from Okonkwo and his beliefs.
How does Okonkwo want to deal with the white men in Umuofia?
Okonkwo wishes that they could kill the white men and their messengers, driving them from the land. However, Okonkwo initially agrees to talk to the Commissioner when he summons the leaders of Umuofia to talk. After being tricked, Okonkwo resumes his position of wanting to kill the white men.
Why was it so open to kill him?
To kill whom?
How does Okonkwo compare himself to his father in Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe?
Okonkwo considers himself more 'manly' than his father. That is, he is a great warrior, farmer, and wrestler whom is a well-respected villager.
Why did Ikemefuna have to die?
Because Okonkwo have to kill him because the Oracle decreed that Ikemefuna must die:)
What is the ironic connection between Ezeudo's warning to Okonkwo and Okonkwo's crime?
Okonkwo was warned not to kill his adopted son, but ends up doing it. Later on, he ends up killing Ezeudo's son in an accident. It is suggested that this may be the work of the gods, as punishment for the first act.
Why did the protagonist have identity problems in Things Fall Apart?
Okonkwo was ashamed of his father Unoka, whom other villagers laughed at and did not respect.
