Things Fall Apart

The leader of the Mbanta in "Things Fall Apart" is Uchendu, who is Okonkwo's uncle and a wise and respected elder in the community. He provides guidance and wisdom to Okonkwo and his family during their time of exile in Mbanta.

Unoka is not ambitious in the venues prescribed by the customs of Obi society for a man. He seeks neither material wealth, nor glory through combat, nor titles of honour, and spends his time in feminine musical pursuits which make him happy, but do not provide a solid foundation for his son's advancement within his community.

Okonkwo shows poor judgment when beating his wife for little reason, and nearly killing her with his gun. He also shows poor judgment when he kills Ikemefuna. Finally, he misjudges the villages to be men of action when the church comes.

There were 9 Igbo villages in Things Fall Apart. The main ones were:

Umuofia: Okonkwo's home.

Mbanta: Okonkwo's motherland.

Abame: The slaughtered village.

Mbaino: The village who killed an Umuofian clanswoman.

Also:

Ire: Home of Ogbuefi Ndulue.

• Okonkwo pulling out his knife
• Okonkwo and the messenger approaching each other
• The messengers asking the people to stop the meeting
• The messengers arriving at the meeting
• The calling of the meeting
• The release of the 6 honored tribesman
• The jailing of the 6 honored tribesman
• The burning of the church
• The hiding of Enoch in the church
• The killing of the egwugwu
• The arrival of the white man's court systems
• The arrival of the missionaries

Okoye's visit to Okonkwo was to inform him that someone from another village wanted to marry his daughter, Ezinma. It was a formality in Igbo culture to inform the father of a potential bride about such matters.

Oberika means exactly that. The white man is clever in using Napoleon's strategy of divide and conquer. By diving the Igbo society against itself, the main group of Igbo must decide to fight against its own people if they want to fight against the white man.

Agbala means woman, or man who has no titles.

Okonkwo accidentally kills a tribesman during a funeral ceremony when his gun misfires, striking and killing the tribesman's son. The accidental shooting leads to Okonkwo's exile from his village in Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart."

Ikemefuna is a boy from Mbaino who is given as part of restitution for an Mbaino clansman killing a Umuofian woman in their marketplace. He is taken care of by Okonkwo and his family while he is in Umuofia.

Okonkwo frequently wishes his daughter Ezinwa was born a boy, because she is the child most able to understand him and his desires for the family. None of his sons have as much desire and ambition to obtain the high level of standing in the village.

Mbanta is less war like. Umuofia is a proud tribe with many strong fighters. Mbanta is much more moderate, and especially respectful of the earth mother.
Umuofia and Mbanta represent the fatherland and the motherland respectively to Okonkwo. Umuofia is a place where he places his ambitions and dreams, and Mbanta is where he runs to when things go disasterously wrong.

Western culture had a significant impact on Nwoye in "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe, as he became disillusioned with his father's traditions and converted to Christianity. The arrival of missionaries introduced Nwoye to a new set of beliefs and values that resonated with him, leading to his rejection of his Igbo heritage and eventual estrangement from his family and community. The influence of Western culture on Nwoye ultimately resulted in his transformation and redefinition of his identity.

There are exactly 6 chapters in part 2 of Things Fall Apart.

The tone in "Things Fall Apart" is primarily serious and somber, reflecting the tragic events that unfold in the story. It also conveys a sense of cultural tension and the clash between traditional customs and colonial influences. Additionally, there are moments of nostalgia and introspection throughout the novel.

Both "Jane Eyre" and "Things Fall Apart" explore the impact of religion on society, with "Jane Eyre" focusing on Christianity and "Things Fall Apart" centered on traditional African beliefs. In terms of class-status, both novels depict characters struggling against societal norms and expectations based on their social standing, with Jane Eyre challenging the limitations imposed by her lower class status, while characters in "Things Fall Apart" negotiate their roles within a hierarchical tribal structure.

The tone is that of gradual ascension, but momentary calm. After a large event, it leads you to believe that something big may be coming, but there must be a momentary calm in order to prepare for it.

Some examples of irony in "Things Fall Apart" include the initial description of Okonkwo as a successful and respected warrior who later faces tragedy, as well as the clash between traditional Igbo beliefs and the arrival of European colonizers. Another example is Okonkwo's fear of being perceived as weak like his father, which ultimately leads to his downfall.

In "Things Fall Apart," masculinity is defined by traits such as courage, physical strength, dominance, and the ability to provide for the family. The protagonist, Okonkwo, embodies these qualities and views them as essential to being a respected man in his society. This traditional definition of masculinity is challenged as the story unfolds and Okonkwo's rigid adherence to these values leads to his downfall.

Achebe intends for the audience to have a complex view of Okonkwo. While he is a strong and resilient character, Achebe also showcases his flaws and shortcomings. The aim is to prompt readers to critically analyze Okonkwo's actions and decisions rather than simply like or dislike him.

A counter argument in "Things Fall Apart" could be that the novel presents a one-sided narrative of African culture and fails to fully explore the complexities and diversity of pre-colonial Igbo society. It could also be argued that the depiction of the missionary characters in the novel lacks depth and nuance, portraying them primarily as antagonists without fully exploring their motivations or perspectives.

Some consequences in "Things Fall Apart" include Okonkwo's exile from his village after accidentally killing a clansman, the colonization and introduction of Christianity leading to societal and cultural changes in Igbo society, and Okonkwo's ultimate downfall and suicide due to his inability to adapt to these changes.

Things Fall Apart is not legally available for general use online. However, there may be some libraries and such that offer it online (through Adobe Versions or similar software), but you would need to be a member of said library.