Cultural Reactions to New Faith

Ober visits his friend in exile and witnesses the influence of missionaries in the village. The missionaries have built a church and are spreading their faith, causing tension among the clan leaders. Noya, the son of Ober's friend, joins the missionaries, leading to family conflict. The arrival of the missionaries in Amanta creates a stir, and their teachings about a new God are met with skepticism. Despite this, Noya is captivated by the new religion, finding solace in its hymns and teachings.

What was the initial reaction of the clan leaders to the missionaries' presence in Umia?

• They were concerned and sorrowful.

• They were indifferent and uninterested.

• They were hostile and aggressive.

• They were excited and supportive.

Why did the clan leaders believe the new faith would not last?

• The new faith was too complex.

• The villagers were too traditional.

• The missionaries were not persuasive.

• The converts were not influential.

What was the villagers' initial reaction to the white man's presence?

• They were frightened and avoided him.

• They ignored him.

• They were curious and came to see him.

• They were hostile and chased him away.

How did the white man communicate with the villagers?

• He spoke through an interpreter.

• He used gestures and signs.

• He wrote messages for them.

• He spoke directly to them.

What was the villagers' main concern about abandoning their traditional gods?

• Not understanding the new faith.

• Angering their gods and ancestors.

• Losing their cultural identity.

• Being judged by the new God.

What aspect of the new religion captivated Noya?

• The promise of eternal life.

• The logical explanations.

• The poetry and hymns.

• The community of believers.