What signs are there that it is a controlled chaos in Things Fall Apart?
When egwugwu come at people, no one is actually hurt. People play the part of being afraid and running away, but come back immediately after the egwugwu changes their attention. If it was a true chaos, the people would not have come back and put themselves in danger.
What is the definition of the proverb never kill a man who says nothing?
Don't kill a man who is silent.
A man who complains and shouts with words is less likely to be a man of action.
How does Okonkwo react to the worst year in living memory?
Okonkwo shuddered when thinking of his first farming season where two plantings of crops were ruined. However, he prided himself in persevering despite the failure.
In Things Fall Apart why did the first woman Nneka join the church?
The first woman to join the church, Nneka, was pregnant. She has borne twins in each of her four previous pregnancies and was forced to throw them away as per tribal customs. She joined the church in hopes of saving her children should she bear twins again.
What sport did villagers enjoy watching during their feasting in things fall apart?
Who were the kotma and what did people think of them from things fall apart?
Kotma was a short form of court messengers, Africans who were messengers for the white men's authority. Their uniform consisted of ash coloured shorts, for which they were derided, being called "Ashy-buttocks". They served as prison guards, and were looked down upon for being foreigners, slave to the white man's will, and for subjugating other villagers due to unjust laws.
What proverb does the author quote about moonlit night?
Type your answer here... The proverb quoted is" When the moon is shinning,the cripple becomes hungry for a walk.
He discourages Okonkwo from participating in Ikemefuna's execution. He specifically says, "bear no hand no hand in his death. That boy calls you father."
What is an orator in the book things fall apart?
Someone who is speaking.
In Things Fall Apart, it specifically refers to someone who speaks, at the head, during a meeting.
What is an example of verbal irony in The Kite Runner?
Amir's teacher says," Avoid cliches like the plague." It's ironic because that line is used so often, its a cliche.
What are two examples of hospitality in things fall apart?
one would be the kola nut it was used as a welcoming snack
What does the story of Ezinma tell us about customs and beliefs of this society?
the story of Ezinma tells us about the customs and beliefs of the story that their cultural is very spiritual and they have strict ways of doing things.
Why couldn't the converts be killed in things fall apart?
The converts were still considered clansmen and clanswomen. To kill them would be to commit an affront to the gods.
Who dies at the beginning of chapter 13 in Things Fall Apart?
Ezeudu has died before chapter 13 starts.
How is Okonkwo able to grow yams in Umuofia when he is actually located in Mbanta?
He is not. He grows yams in Mbanta instead.
Okonkwo previously had yams stored in Umuofia, which were transferred to Obierika's barn. These were then sold by Obierika, with the proceeds given to Okonkwo.
In things fall apart how do the spirit dancers address human beings?
The spirits address human beings as bodies. For example: "Uzowulu's body, I salute you."
What do men do after they ejaculate?
Fall asleep.
The lazy 1`s yes they fall asleep.I`v had sex about 5 times 25 min apart i do that reg my girl loves it.
What was Okonkwo chosen to represent?
Okonkwo was chosen to represent his village as a wrestler when he was 18. He was later chosen to represent his village, as an 'emissary of war', when presenting a grievance to the village of Mbaino. Finally he was chosen to represent the village and the village elders when chosen as a member of six villagers to present their case to a judge as to why the church was burned down.
Achebe seems to do his best to portray both good and evil within both the Igbo civilization and the European colonization. His struggle to maintain his beliefs and integrate them into Western society is shown largely through the second half of the book. For the most part, the two sides are at odds with each other.
^ In short: The opposite approaches to life represented by Okonkwo and Unoka