TFA ch. 4-5 Quiz

How does Okonkwo treat men who are not as successful as he is, like Osugo?

• He encourages them to work harder.

• He insults them and calls them weak.

• He ignores them completely.

• He helps them by lending them yams.

Why is the Week of Peace important in Igbo culture?

• It is a time when people honor their ancestors by making sacrifices.

• It allows people to settle disputes through wrestling matches.

• It is a sacred time when no one is allowed to commit violence.

• It marks the start of the yam-harvesting season.

What punishment does Okonkwo receive for breaking the Week of Peace?

• He is banished from the village for a year.

• He has to sacrifice a goat, a hen, and pay a fine.

• He is forced to apologize in front of the clan.

• He is beaten by the village elders.

How does Ikemefuna’s presence in Okonkwo’s household begin to influence Nwoye?

• Nwoye becomes more withdrawn and fearful.

• Nwoye starts acting more like the strong, masculine son Okonkwo wants.

• Nwoye grows to resent Okonkwo even more.

• Nwoye begins to challenge his father’s authority.

What does Okonkwo’s treatment of his family in this chapter reveal about his views on masculinity?

• He believes that showing emotions or kindness is a sign of weakness.

• He treats his family with love and respect, despite his tough nature.

• He wants his sons to be gentle and his daughters to be strong.

• He believes that masculinity comes from intelligence rather than physical strength.

What is the New Yam Festival?

• A festival celebrating a great Igbo warrior.

• A time for families to give thanks for a successful harvest.

• A week-long wrestling tournament between villages.

• A ceremony where men take new wives.

Why does Okonkwo become angry during the festival and nearly shoot Ekwefi?

• She insults his wrestling skills in front of the other villagers.

• She forgets to cook his favorite meal for the festival.

• He believes she killed a banana tree, even though she only removed a few leaves.

• She refuses to participate in the festival’s traditional dance.

How does Ekwefi react when Okonkwo threatens her?

• She runs away to her father’s village.

• She laughs at him, showing her defiance.

• She begs for forgiveness and promises to be more obedient.

• She calls the village elders to intervene.

Why is Ezinma special to Ekwefi?

• She is Ekwefi’s only surviving child after years of losing others.

• She is the daughter of the village chief and will inherit great power.

• She was born with a unique birthmark that signifies good luck.

• She is training to become a village priestess.

What event takes place after the New Yam Festival?

• A wrestling match where young men prove their strength.

• A feast where families share their best dishes.

• A storytelling contest among the village elders.