TFA Reading Check Ch. 14-16

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What event does Obierika report to Okonkwo during his isolation?

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Obierika brings the bad news that a village named Abame has been destroyed.

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Which group of people from Umuofia has converted to Christianity?

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The outcasts are the people from Umuofia who have converted to Christianity.

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Why does Obierika bring cowries to Okonkwo?

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Obierika brings cowries to Okonkwo because he is caring for and selling Okonkwo's crops while he is in isolation.

Front

What did the white man say that led to his death at the hands of the villagers?

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The white man said things that the villagers did not understand, which ultimately led to his death.

Front

Who visits Okonkwo during his second year of exile?

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Obierika comes to visit Okonkwo during his second year of exile.

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What is the significance of Obierika's visits to Okonkwo?

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Obierika's visits provide Okonkwo with news from home and show the loyalty of friendship during difficult times.

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How does the destruction of Abame affect the community in Umuofia?

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The destruction of Abame serves as a warning to the community in Umuofia about the dangers posed by colonial forces.

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What role do outcasts play in the conversion to Christianity in Umuofia?

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Outcasts find acceptance in Christianity, which offers them a sense of belonging that they lack in traditional Igbo society.

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What does the term 'cowries' refer to in the context of the story?

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Cowries refer to a form of currency used in the Igbo culture, which Obierika uses to sell Okonkwo's crops.

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What is the impact of language barriers in the interactions between the villagers and the white man?

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Language barriers lead to misunderstandings and conflict, as the villagers cannot comprehend the white man's words.