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What is Okonkwo's reaction to Ezinma's illness and how he aids her recovery?
Okonkwo treats Ezinma's illness very seriously. He takes his aid of Ezinma very seriously as well.
Is Ezinma Nwoye's sister?
Ezinma was Nwoye's half sister. Both of them share the father of Okonkwo, but Ezinma's mother is Ekwefi; Nwoye's mother is Okonkwo's first wife.
What plans does Okonkwo have for Ezinma and Obiageli?
Later on, after Okonkwo is exiled, Okonkwo plans to have Ezinma and Obiageli marry men in Umuofia, so that they will still be in the village, and Okonkwo and his family will have additional influence in the village. Thus Ezinma and Obiageli refuse every offer of marriage from men in Mbanta.
Why did okonkwo regret his exile?
Okonkwo regrets that Ezinma was born a girl.
How has Okonkwo tried to protect Ezinma?
When Ezinma was believed to be an ogbanje, Okonkwo went looking with Ezinma for the stone, angrily interrogating her. He then dug a huge pit to find her iyi-uwa. When Ezinma was sick, Okonkwo made a medicine and forced Ezinma to be steamed in an attempt to cure her. When Chielo came to take Ezinma, Okonkwo pleaded with Chielo to come back in the morning. Overall, Okonkwo has provided for Ezinma as her daughter and has indirectly made sure that she has both food and shelter.
Who comes to okonkwo's compound for ezimnain thinks fall apart?
*Okonkwo *Ezinma *Things Also, Chielo comes for Ezinma. Chielo is constantly being "possesed," and she says Agbala wants to see Ezinma.
What does Okonkwo wish Ezinma was?
Okonkwo wishes that Ezinma was a boy because he sees her as having the spirit and strength that he values in masculinity. He believes that if she were a boy, she would have been the perfect heir to carry on his legacy and continue the family lineage.
Who was okonkwo's favorite child in things fall apart?
Although not specifically mentioned, it can be guessed that Ekwefi is Okonkwo's favourite wife.Okonkwo originally wanted to take Ekwefi for his first wife, but he did not have enough money to pay for her dowry at the time.
Why does Okonkwo wish Ezinma had been born a boy?
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.
What delicacy does Ekwefi give her daughter Ezinma despite Okonkwo's warning?
Ekwefi gives Ezinma the meal of roasted plantains and palm-oil sauce, despite Okonkwo's warning that Ezinma should not eat too much of it. This delicacy is a symbol of Ekwefi's love for her daughter and her defiance of Okonkwo's strictness.
In what ways does Ezinma demonstrate her loyalty to her father?
Every day she brings food to her father.She asks to bring Okonkwo's chair to the wrestling matches.She rats out her sister Obiageli to Okonkwo after she breaks her pot.She accepts Okonkwo's advice to not marry in Mbanta.She convince Obiageli to not marry in Mbanta.
How does Ezinma return to Okonkwo's compound?
Ezinma returns to Okonkwo's compound with the help of her mother, Ekwefi, after she falls seriously ill. Ekwefi follows the Oracle's instructions for Ezinma's healing, which involve taking Ezinma to the shrine and administering special herbs. This treatment helps Ezinma recover and return home.
