Things Fall Apart Ch 17 - 18

What is the significance of the wrestling match in Chapter 17?

• The wrestling match represents the protagonist's inner turmoil and resilience.

• The wrestling match signifies the protagonist's fear of public speaking

• The wrestling match foreshadows the protagonist's career as a chef

• The wrestling match symbolizes the protagonist's love for gardening

Describe the conflict between Okonkwo and Nwoye in Chapter 17.

• Nwoye's conversion to Christianity causes conflict with Okonkwo.

• Nwoye's decision to join the village council causes conflict with Okonkwo.

• Okonkwo's refusal to allow Nwoye to marry causes conflict with Nwoye.

• Nwoye's decision to become a farmer causes conflict with Okonkwo.

How does Okonkwo react to the news of his son joining the Christian missionaries in Chapter 17?

• Okonkwo reacts with anger and disappointment.

• Okonkwo reacts with sadness and understanding.

• Okonkwo reacts with indifference and acceptance.

• Okonkwo reacts with joy and excitement.

What role does Enoch play in the conflict between the Igbo and the missionaries in Chapter 18?

• Enoch helps the Igbo to convert to Christianity and resolve the conflict

• Enoch mediates a peace agreement between the Igbo and the missionaries

• Enoch remains neutral and does not play any role in the conflict

• Enoch provokes the conflict by unmasking an egwugwu during the annual ceremony.

Discuss the significance of the destruction of the egwugwu shrine in Chapter 18.

• The destruction of the egwugwu shrine signifies the unity of the Igbo people in the face of adversity

• The destruction of the egwugwu shrine symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo religious and cultural practices in the face of colonial influence.

• The destruction of the egwugwu shrine represents the triumph of modernity over tradition

• The destruction of the egwugwu shrine is a metaphor for the decline of agriculture in the region

How does the arrival of the District Commissioner and his men impact the Igbo community in Chapter 18?

• The arrival of the District Commissioner and his men brings an end to the traditional way of life and imposes the authority of the British colonial government on the Igbo community.

• The Igbo community welcomes the District Commissioner and his men with open arms and celebrates their arrival

• The arrival of the District Commissioner and his men has no impact on the Igbo community

• The arrival of the District Commissioner and his men brings prosperity and development to the Igbo community

What is the reaction of the Igbo people to the destruction of the egwugwu shrine?

• The Igbo people reacted with sadness and disappointment.

• The Igbo people reacted with indifference and apathy.

• The Igbo people reacted with joy and celebration.

• The Igbo people reacted with anger and outrage.

Explain the significance of the final scene in Chapter 18 where Okonkwo contemplates his next course of action.

• The scene highlights Okonkwo's passion for cooking and food

• The significance of the final scene is to highlight Okonkwo's internal conflict and the clash between tradition and change.

• It signifies Okonkwo's decision to become a musician

• The final scene is about Okonkwo's love for gardening and farming

How does the theme of tradition versus change manifest in Chapters 17 and 18?

• The theme of tradition versus change is manifested through the conflict between the older generation's adherence to traditional values and the younger generation's desire for modernization and progress.

• The theme of tradition versus change is not present in Chapters 17 and 18

• The older generation fully embraces modernization in Chapters 17 and 18

• The conflict between tradition and change is resolved peacefully in Chapters 17 and 18

Discuss the character development of Okonkwo in Chapters 17 and 18.

• Okonkwo's character development in Chapters 17 and 18 is marked by increasing desperation and loss of control, leading to his eventual downfall.

• Okonkwo's character development in Chapters 17 and 18 is marked by a deepening sense of empathy and compassion

• Okonkwo's character development in Chapters 17 and 18 is marked by a successful rise to power and influence

• Okonkwo's character development in Chapters 17 and 18 is marked by a newfound sense of peace and contentment