Wrestling Matches and Societal Roles

In Chapter 6 of Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', villagers gather at the village square to watch wrestling matches. The early matches feature young boys, and one match particularly excites the crowd, including Okonkwo. During the intermission, Equi converses with Chielo about children. The primary wrestling match is intense and ends with a wrestler's mistake. Okonkwo, who has built his reputation on wrestling, finds joy and relaxation in watching the matches. The seating arrangement at the event reflects the patriarchal society, highlighting gender inequality.

Who is Madoka in the wrestling matches?

• Chielo's son

• Ekwefi's son

• Obierika's son

• Okonkwo's son

What role does Chielo hold in the village?

• A teacher

• A farmer

• A priestess

• A wrestler

What is the significance of Ezinma's age according to Chielo?

• Children usually stay if they survive past age six

• Children usually leave the village at age six

• Children start wrestling at age six

• Children begin school at age six

What happens during the primary wrestling match?

• Okonkwo participates in the match

• One wrestler makes a mistake and loses

• It ends in a draw

• The match is canceled due to rain

How does Okonkwo feel while watching the wrestling matches?

• Confused and disoriented

• Relaxed and invigorated

• Bored and uninterested

• Angry and frustrated

What does the seating arrangement at the wrestling match signify?

• The hierarchy among the wrestlers

• The patriarchal nature of the society

• The equality between men and women

• The importance of wrestling in the village

Where are the women seated during the wrestling matches?

• In a separate area

• In front of the men

• On the wrestling ground

• At the back

What aspect of society does the seating arrangement at the wrestling match highlight?

• Gender inequality

• Cultural diversity

• Religious beliefs

• Economic disparity