Things Fall Apart

The title "Things Fall Apart" reflects the central theme of the novel by Chinua Achebe, which explores the breakdown of Igbo society due to colonization and the clash of cultures. The title symbolizes the disintegration of traditional values, beliefs, and social structures, especially the protagonist Okonkwo's personal downfall as he grapples with changing times. It also signifies the unraveling of the community's way of life and the loss of cultural identity.

Okonkwo sent 200 cowries (shells used as currency) to Obierika in his last year of exile as a token of his appreciation. Obierika had been a loyal friend to Okonkwo and was supporting him during his exile.

Nwoye's new name symbolizes not only his conversion to Christianity, but also his role as the first son of many who will eventually convert. Isaac was Abraham's first son, with Abraham being the ancestral father of a great nation of Israelites; Nwoye was Okonkwo's first son.

Further, the famous story of Abraham and Isaac called upon Abraham to sacrifice his son to god. Isaac's brush with death, was much like Nwoye being cast out of his family, and being treated as dead by his father. Nwoye is reborn as a Christian with a new name.

Obierika tells Okonkwo that the Ibo could not regain control over Abame because the white men had a powerful "medicine" called the Maxim gun, which had the ability to kill multiple people at once from a great distance. This made it virtually impossible for the Ibo to defeat the white men in battle.

In "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe, abusive behaviors include physically beating one's wives, displaying excessive anger and aggression towards family members, neglecting one's responsibilities as a parent or spouse, and showing a lack of empathy or respect towards others. Additionally, imposing one's will forcefully on others and denying their agency can also be seen as abusive behaviors in the context of the novel.

Akunna is a clan leader of Umuofia who argues religion with Mr. Brown. In doing so, the two men learn from each other. Akunna develops parallels between his religion and the Christian religion, formulating an articulate defense of the Igbo's religion. He influences Mr. Brown to not attack their religion directly, but instead to appeal to the two religions' common aspects when converting.

Nothing awakens Okonkwo at the beginning of chapter 2.

Okonkwo has not yet gone to sleep at the beginning of chapter 2. However, Okonkwo is alerted by the ogene of the town crier, alerting him of a town meeting the next day, and informing him of some tragedy, by the crier's tone of voice.

The land case is a court case which is taken to the white court by two tribesman. The white court is corrupt and rules in favour of the tribesman who has bribed them; the decision is against clan rules.

The last musing is meant to show the callousness of the commissioner about the culture of the Igbo. It shows that the white men in power do not understand or even care for the Igbo culture; they only care about how to subdue and subvert the Igbo to their own goals.

Okonkwo was upset with his son Nwoye for not meeting his expectations of being strong, masculine, and ambitious like himself. He viewed Nwoye as weak and unmanly, which was a source of great disappointment for him.

During the second year of exile, Okonkwo's friend Obierika came to visit him. Obierika came to inform Okonkwo about the destruction of their village, Abame, by a white man's messenger. He also brought news about the hardships faced by the clan due to the presence of missionaries in their land.

After being banished from Umuofia, Okonkwo goes to his mother's village, Mbanta, to seek refuge and protection from his mother's kinsmen.

• 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.

In Umufia, the three things that contribute most to things falling apart are: internal conflict among the villagers, the influence of colonialism and the arrival of the British missionaries, and the violation of traditional customs and values.

In Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart," it is Okonkwo who follows Chielo and Ezinma during their journey to the Oracle. Okonkwo is Ezinma's father and he accompanies them to the shrine to ensure Ezinma's safety.

Obierika is saddened and critical of the village's decision to kill Ikemefuna, as he viewed him as an adopted son and struggled to come to terms with his death. He questions the wisdom of the oracle and the customs that demand such sacrifices.

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Okonkwo was a masculine man, and expected his son to follow in his footsteps. Nwoye ended up being more effeminate, and either way could not follow in his father's footsteps, instead being obscured by his shadow.

Ekwefi and Chielo both hope that Ezinma will stay in the physical world and not be taken by the spirits like her other siblings. They value Ezinma's presence and want her to live a full and healthy life.

Okonkwo's reluctance to show affection is due to his belief that showing emotion is a sign of weakness. He has been ingrained with the idea that masculinity is associated with being strong and powerful, so he refrains from displaying any signs of vulnerability, even towards his own family. This is also influenced by his fear of being like his father, who he views as weak.

Okonkwo does not enjoy feasts because he views them as a waste of time and resources. He believes that feasting is frivolous and goes against his strong work ethic and desire for success. Additionally, Okonkwo associates feasting with laziness and weakness, traits that he fears and rejects.

The white man's name in Things Fall Apart is Reverend James Smith.

Their maternal instincts appear, and they feel sorrow for the loss of one who they treated as their son only a day before. Further, Okonkwo is in a poor mood afterward, and they must deal with him.

Before leaving his motherland, the village of Mbanta, Okonkwo gathers his belongings, settles his debts, and bids farewell to his family and friends. He is exiled to his mother's village for seven years.

When Ekwefi says that Ezinma is probably going to stay, she means that Ezinma is showing signs of being a resilient and strong-willed individual, who will overcome challenges and difficulties. Ekwefi admires Ezinma's personality and inner strength, and believes that she will thrive in the face of adversity.