Key Themes in Chapters 9 and 10

What significant event occurs during the Week of Peace in Chapter 9?

• A festival is held to celebrate the harvest.

• Ikemefuna is killed.

• A new leader is chosen for the clan.

• The village holds a meeting to discuss future plans.

How does Okonkwo's actions during the Week of Peace reflect his character?

• Okonkwo's actions highlight his compassion and empathy towards others.

• Okonkwo's actions show his commitment to tradition and harmony.

• Okonkwo's actions demonstrate his violent nature and fear of weakness, contrasting with the values of peace and community.

• His behavior reflects a deep understanding of community values.

What is the role of the Oracle in the community as depicted in these chapters?

• The Oracle acts as a spiritual guide and source of wisdom for the community.

• The Oracle serves as a political leader in the community.

• The Oracle focuses on agricultural advice for the community.

• The Oracle is primarily a healer for physical ailments.

How does the relationship between Okonkwo and his son Nwoye evolve in Chapters 9 and 10?

• The relationship deteriorates as Okonkwo's harshness drives Nwoye away, highlighting their fundamental differences.

• The relationship remains unchanged, with both characters indifferent to each other.

• Okonkwo and Nwoye grow closer as they bond over shared interests.

• Nwoye becomes a source of pride for Okonkwo, reinforcing their relationship.

What cultural significance does the Igbo tradition of the New Yam Festival hold?

• The New Yam Festival symbolizes gratitude for the harvest, cultural identity, and community bonding among the Igbo people.

• It is a time for individual reflection and solitude.

• The festival marks the beginning of the rainy season.

• The New Yam Festival is a celebration of war victories.

How does the author use imagery to describe the setting during the New Yam Festival?

• The author uses vivid imagery to evoke the colors, scents, and sounds of the New Yam Festival.

• Imagery is used to describe the historical significance of the festival.

• The author focuses solely on the characters' emotions during the festival.

• The author avoids using any descriptive language about the setting.

What internal conflicts does Okonkwo face in these chapters?

• Okonkwo's desire for wealth and power

• His admiration for colonial influences

• A strong bond with his daughter Ezinma

• Okonkwo's internal conflicts include fear of weakness, strained relationship with Nwoye, and struggle with cultural change.

How do the themes of masculinity and strength manifest in Okonkwo's behavior?

• Okonkwo demonstrates vulnerability and compassion in his relationships.

• Okonkwo's behavior reflects themes of masculinity and strength through his aggression, emotional repression, and rejection of perceived weakness.

• Okonkwo embraces collaboration and teamwork in his community.

• His behavior is characterized by nurturing and support for others.

What impact does the arrival of the missionaries have on the community as hinted in these chapters?

• The missionaries create division and cultural upheaval in the community.

• The missionaries enhance the community's economic stability and growth.

• The missionaries promote unity and cultural preservation in the community.

• The missionaries have no significant effect on the community's traditions.

How does Achebe portray the generational divide in Igbo society through the characters in these chapters?

• Achebe shows a lack of conflict between traditional and modern values in Igbo culture.

• Achebe portrays the generational divide in Igbo society through the contrasting values and conflicts between characters like Okonkwo and Nwoye.

• The generational divide is illustrated by the harmony between Okonkwo and Nwoye's beliefs.

• Achebe emphasizes the unity of generations in Igbo society through Okonkwo's leadership.