Igbo Society and Legal Practices

Igbo Society and Legal Practices

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Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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Chapter 10 of 'Things Fall Apart' explores how the Igbo people traditionally settled disputes, focusing on a court case involving domestic violence. The chapter highlights the structured and civilized nature of their justice system, despite the gender inequalities present. The trial, led by the masked spirits representing the ancestors, demonstrates the community's approach to justice and evolving cultural values.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of Chapter 10 in 'Things Fall Apart'?

A wedding ceremony

A battle between villages

A court case about domestic violence

A festival celebration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When do most communal ceremonies take place in the Igbo society?

Early morning

Night

Midday

Late afternoon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are women positioned during the ceremony described in Chapter 10?

As active participants

On the fringes as outsiders

At the center of the ceremony

Leading the ceremony

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the main parties involved in the dispute in Chapter 10?

Two neighboring villages

A husband and his wife's family

Two rival clans

A chief and his council

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do the egwugwu play in the Igbo society?

They are village warriors

They are ancestral spirits who act as judges

They are village musicians

They are village traders

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Uzowulu's main complaint in the trial?

He lost his land to his in-laws

His in-laws took his wife and children

He was not paid his bride price

His wife left him without reason

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What accusation does Odukwe make against Uzowulu?

He refused to pay his debts

He beat his wife regularly

He stole from the village

He disrespected the elders

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the egwugwu's final decision regarding Uzowulu's case?

Uzowulu should pay a fine

Uzowulu should be forgiven

Uzowulu should beg his wife to return

Uzowulu should be exiled

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the trial in Chapter 10 reveal about Igbo society?

They have a sophisticated court system

They ignore domestic issues

They rely on supernatural forces for justice

They have no formal legal system