TFA 3-6

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What is an Oracle in the context of TFA 3-6?

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An Oracle is a priest or priestess who provides prophetic predictions or advice, often consulted by individuals seeking to know their future.

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Who is Agbala in TFA 3-6?

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Agbala is the name of the Oracle that Unoka consulted, representing a source of wisdom and guidance.

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How many yams did Okonkwo receive from Nwakibie?

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Okonkwo received 800 yams from Nwakibie.

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Why did Okonkwo struggle to start his life?

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Okonkwo struggled because his father, Unoka, did not leave him any inheritance.

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What event triggered Okonkwo to beat his second wife?

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Okonkwo beat his second wife because she cut the banana tree leaves off of the tree.

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What does the term 'yams' symbolize in TFA 3-6?

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Yams symbolize wealth, status, and masculinity in the Igbo culture depicted in TFA.

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What role does gender play in the society depicted in TFA 3-6?

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Gender roles are strictly defined, with men expected to be strong providers and women often relegated to domestic duties.

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What is the significance of the character Okonkwo in TFA 3-6?

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Okonkwo represents the struggle between traditional values and the changes brought by colonial influences.

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What does the term 'chi' refer to in TFA 3-6?

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'Chi' refers to a personal god or spirit that influences an individual's fate and success.

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How does the community view failure in TFA 3-6?

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Failure is viewed negatively, often associated with shame and loss of status, particularly for men.