vocab & terms
what does "osu" mean?
A person who is an outcast from the clan and considered untouchable.
Why is Okonkwo afraid of showing weakness? A. He wants to become a priest B. He wants to be respected by the British C. He wants to avoid being like his father D. He is afraid of his wives
C. He wants to avoid being like his father
Okonkwo is exiled from Umuofia for committing a __________ crime.
female.
Where does Okonkwo go after being exiled from Umuofia?
Mbanta
Who is Okonkwo’s favorite child?
Ezinima
define "chi"
a person's personal god or spiritual guide.
What impact does exile have on Okonkwo? A He becomes bitter and more rigid B. He loses his faith in the gods C. He becomes more accepting of new ideas D. He finds peace and happiness
A. He becomes bitter and more rigid
The missionaries are first given land in the __________ Forest.
evil
What crime causes Okonkwo’s exile?
He accidentally kills a clansman, which results in the exhile
How does Nwoye react to the missionaries?
He is drawn to Christianity and eventually joins the missionaries.
what does Egwugwu refer to?
ancestrial spirit represented by masked clan members during rituals.
Why do some villagers convert to Christianity? A. They are forced at gunpoint B. They are curious about Western technology C. They are drawn by acceptance and a new identity D. They want to escape hard work
C. They are drawn by acceptance and a new identity
woye is drawn to Christianity because he is troubled by the killing of _________
Ikemfuna
Who visits Okonkwo during his exile and why?
Obierika visits to bring news and help sell Okonkwo’s land and yams.
How does Okonkwo feel about Nwoye converting to Christianity?
He is enraged and disowns him.
what does the term "female crime" mean in the Igbo tribe.
a crime that is accidental or shameful, not violent or intentional.
What does Okonkwo’s reaction to colonization reveal about him? A. He is willing to negotiate and adapt B. He values personal pride and tradition above all C. He respects the British authority D. He is only concerned with wealth
B. He values personal pride and tradition above all
Mr. Brown uses education and __________ to win converts among the Igbo people.
compromise ( could also be respect,understanding)
What is the significance of the white man’s arrival in Mbanta?
It marks the beginning of cultural and religious changes due to colonialism.
What does Mr. Brown do differently from Reverend Smith?
Mr. Brown is respectful and tries to understand the Igbo culture, while Mr. Smith is strict and aggressive.
what is the meaning of "agbala" as used in the text?
a man or a women without title, often used to insult someone's masculinity.
What is the author's purpose in showing different missionary approaches? A. To prove the superiority of Western religion B. To show how all colonizers were the same C. To explore the complex effects of colonialism D. To criticize African traditions
C. To explore the complex effects of colonialism
Okonkwo’s __________ is ultimately what prevents him from accepting the new societal order and leads to his tragic end.
pride ( or fear of weakness)
how do the villagers of Mbanta respond to the white missionaries at first?
They are skeptical and give them land in the Evil Forest, expecting them to die.
How do the different missionaries affect the clan's response to colonization?
Mr. Brown’s tolerance builds relationships, while Reverend Smith's harshness increases conflict.