What does Okonkwo fear the most?

the overthrow of the village elders

Why does the ekwe (drum) sound in the middle of the night?

to announce the new marriage of Obierika's daughter

to cause the people to gather together on the ilo

to communicate a war has begun with Mbanta

How do the men express their anguish at Ez's funeral?

They beat drums loudly, fired guns, and saluted with their machetes

They wore black clothing and sobbed loudly during the ceremony

They said prayers to the ancestors so that they might receive Ez's body

Each of the other elders delivered a speech in remembrance of Ez

How does an Igbo funeral compare to an American funeral?

American funerals are much more quiet, still, and somber than Igbo funerals

Igbo funerals are somber and serious just like American funerals

Funeral ceremonies are more important in Igbo society than American society

American funerals are small and private, while Igbo funerals are large and public

What significance does Ez's death have to Okonkwo?

He gave Okonkwo the warning which was disobeyed

Ez helped Okonkwo become successful

What is significant about the young boy who dies?

He was next in line to replace Ez as an egwugwu

He was one of the greatest warriors in Umuofia

Why do Okonkwo and his family leave Umuofia?

They are forced into exile due to his inadvertent offense

Okonkwo desires a fresh start and wants to escape his bad reputation

Ezinma needs medical attention from another village's medicine man

A neighboring clan needs a noble warrior and Okonkwo accepts the offer.

What effect did the locusts have upon arrival in the village?

they provided an important source of protein

they carried a destructive disease

What do you think the locusts symbolized or foreshadowed?

the spread of Christian missionaries

the ever ticking of time marking the end of life where all will perish horrible deaths

What warning does Ezeudu give Okonkwo in chapter 7?

nothing good will come from killing his son

he must kill his adopted son or he will die

he needs to bring an extra sacrifice to the oracle

Choose all that apply: The purpose of story of the Vulture and the Sky is...

explain changes in the weather so children would understand

explain the concept of death to children

how to effectively manage stress while living in Africa

What are the egwugwu spirits?

masked men who represent the spirits of the ancestors

masked women meant to scare off evil spirits

masked men and women who worship the Earth Goddess

Things Fall Apart Ch 1-13

Authored by Michelle Judy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the author of Things Fall Apart?

Chinua Achebe

Charles Arugala

Chinese Archer

Chuck Atkinson

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

This character, a boy of 14, is introduced at the beginning of chapter two as a gift to avoid war.

Okonkwo

Unoka

Nwoye

Inkemefuna

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Unoka, Okonkwo’s father, died ten years ago. Why is he described as a failure? How might he influence Okonkwo?

Unoka is too kind and that causes people to walk all over him. Okonkwo wants to be stronger so people don't take advantage.

He doesn't influence Okonkwo at all because he is dead.

Unoka died too soon. Okonkwo has forgotten about him, but keeps the memories alive.

Unoka doesn't pay back his debts and doesn't work. Okonkwo probably doesn't want to be like him.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What crop does Okonkwo grow?

Apples

Yams

Watermelon

Beans

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For what reason is Okonkwo exiled?

He owes money.

He willfully kills a fellow clan member.

He steals yams.

He unintentionally kills a fellow clan member.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Okonkwo constantly wish Ezinma had been?

his firstborn child

a son

a better cook

a donkey

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What does Okonkwo do even though he is advised not to?

Marry Ojuigo

Beat Nwoye twice

Attack Chielo

Help kill Ikemefuna

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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Things Fall Apart Ch 1-13

Who is the author of Things Fall Apart?

This character, a boy of 14, is introduced at the beginning of chapter two as a gift to avoid war.

Unoka, Okonkwo’s father, died ten years ago. Why is he described as a failure? How might he influence Okonkwo?

What crop does Okonkwo grow?

For what reason is Okonkwo exiled?

What does Okonkwo constantly wish Ezinma had been?

What does Okonkwo do even though he is advised not to?

When the Igbo refer to the "iron horse," they mean —

What does Okonkwo fear the most?

Oknonkwo's treatment of his family could best be described as —

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