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Why does Okonkwo kill Ikenefuna?
He thinks this will prevent the child from returning to be born again.
What has caused obierika to make the visit to okonkwo at this particular time?
Obierika is friends with Okonwko. Obierika came to give Okonkwo the news and funds from selling his yams. Further Obierika gave Okonwko and the rest of the village news about how the village of Abame was slaughtered by white men.
How did Unoka affect Okonkwo?
His father Unoka was a lazy debtor, a poor farmer, a coward in war, and an agbala, a man who has taken no titles. Children make fun of him for being an agbala. He is a huge debtor because of his drinking debts, and will never pay back the money. He can barely afford to support his family, and yet when he borrows money he almost immediately spends it on wine. Instead of working hard to succeed, he wastes his time playing the flute. People from the village looked down upon him, and Okonkwo felt ashamed by proxy. Okonkwo tries to rise from this inferiority complex by becoming everything his father is not. Finally, at the end of his days, Unoka is afflicted with swelling of the limbs and is carried to the Evil Forest to die instead of being given a burial.
How do okonkwo's family relationship make him a sympathetic or unsympathetic character?
The way Okonkwo reacts to each of the things that Unoka and Ikemefuna do and say highlight his character. For example, his fear of weakness is highly illuminated when he slays Ikemefuna in a daze. His lack of wisdom due to disrespect of his father is shown when he is annoyed by his father trying to console him after the drought then torrential rains during Okonkwo's first harvest. His desire for strong children is shown through his acceptance of Ikemefuna as his son.
Is Okonkwo destined for tragedy or did his choices lead him to his tragic end?
Well, honey, it's a little bit of both. Okonkwo's choices definitely played a big role in his tragic downfall, but you can't ignore the fact that fate had a hand in it too. The dude was a hot mess express from the start, so it's no surprise he ended up crashing and burning.
How is okonkwo chastised?
Okonkwo is chastised by the village elders for beating his wife during the Week of Peace, which is a sacred time when violence is prohibited in the community. This act is seen as a violation of tradition and disrespect towards the gods and spirits. As a result, Okonkwo is required to make a sacrifice to atone for his actions.
What did the oracle Agbala tell Okonkwo?
Okonkwo should be ashamed for breaking the week of peace, and should sacrifice to the gods and repent to make up for his sin.
What character traits does Okonkwo admire most?
Yes. Okonkwo has many admirable qualities which make him well-respected among all villages of the Igbo.
Why does killing five men during the wars make Okonkwo a respected leader?
The Igbo culture values strong warriors. This is but one facet of why Okonkwo was respected.
What are the reasons why unloving acts make us unhappy in the community?
this happens when something is not under your control...this could be natural to all of us & this isn't that much critical :)
If you are unhappy with something- what do you normally do about it?
Tell them that you are unhappy. Be honest. if they do not know that you are unhappy, and are happy with you, they will find a way to make you happy. If they know you're unhappy, and they love it, you're probably married to them. Good luck with that one.
What was the penalty for Okonkwo for breaking the week of peace?
Okonkwo was required to make a ritual sacrifice to cleanse the community and to beg for forgiveness from the earth goddess, Ani, for breaking the Week of Peace. He was also fined one length of cloth and a hen by the elders of the village.
Will your marriage be affected if your parents' love is very unhappy?
No. If your parents love is unhappy that should be your mirror that you will not make the mistake again. Make your marriage better than them. Besides that is your choice if you let your parents unhappy marriage affect you.
What should you do so your friend will like you?
Do not make them unhappy Make them Happy.
What did okonkwo tell himself about his part in Ikemefuma's death?
Okonkwo justified his part in Ikemefuna's death by telling himself that he needed to appear strong and not be seen as weak or feminine. He believed that showing any form of sentimentality or weakness would be a sign of weakness and would undermine his reputation as a powerful and respected leader in the community. This internal conflict reflects Okonkwo's deep-seated fear of failure and his desire to uphold traditional masculine values in his society.
What is one word for 'make someone unhappy'?
upset
Does rotten milk make your teeth shiny?
No, but it will make your stomach very unhappy.
