Igbo Traditions
The Wrestling Match
How does Okonkwo respond to colonization?
He resists colonization, leading to his tragic downfall.
What is the clash between Igbo traditions and colonial values in the book?
Traditional Igbo values resists the intrusion of colonial values
What is the role of religion in both traditional igbo society and the colonial era?
Moral Code
What was the economic consequences of colonization on the igbo society?
Disrupted traditional trade and commerce
In "Things Fall Apart" What roles and expectations are traditionally assigned to men in igbo society?
Providers, Warriors, and Leaders
Name the character who collaborates with the colonizers, leading to internal conflicts?
Okonkwo's son, Nwoye
How does the introduction of Western education disrupt traditional igbo social structures?
Challenging established norms
How does the arrival of missionaries impact the spiritual beliefs of the igbo people?
Leads to a transformation in the spiritual beliefs of igbo people.
How does the imposition of colonial rule affect the political structure in the book?
Replaced indigenous systems with foreign governance
Who is the strong and independent woman in "Things fall Apart" who challenges gender norms?
Chielo
How does the colonization affect the traditional roles and status of Okonkwo?
It challenges and eventually destroys Okonkwo's traditional roles and status
Why do cultural collisions arise between the igbo people and the colonizers?
Igbo people resist the imposition of foreign values
How is the symbolism of religious practices used as a tool of colonization in the narrative?
What were the long term affects of colonization on the cultural identity of igbo people?
Loss of cultural identity, and Erosion of tradition practices
How does the arrival of colonial powers influence traditional igbo gender norms in "Things Fall Apart"?
Disrupts it
Identify the character who converts to Christianity, symbolizing the impact of colonization?
Nwoye; he converts to Christianity
Which European country colonized Nigeria in "Things Fall Apart"?
What is the consequences of religious syncretism?
Conflict
What were the consequences of the conflict between traditional and colonial legal systems?
Injustice, Social disruption, Loss of cultural identity, and Resistance and Rebellion.
In igbo society, what is the significance of marriage?
Social Standing
How do the characters' reactions to colonization shape the narrative?
Highlighting the impact of colonization on individuals and society
In what ways does the clash of cultures contribute to the tragedy in the narrative
Caused internal and external strife
What is the significance of the Oracle's decline in influence due to colonization?
Reflects the impact of colonization on traditional religious authority.
What lessons can be drawn from the book regarding the broader impact of colonization?
The broader impact of colonization, emphasizing its destructive consequences