Masculinity
Does Okonkwo show masculinity in the book?
Yes
What shows status in Umofia?
Titles, wealth, and success.
What religion do the Igbo follow?
Polytheistic with many gods.
Does Okonkwo abuse his family?
Ofc!
Why does Okonkwo suffer?
Fear of weakness and failure.
What does Okonkwo often say about his daughter Ezinma?
She should have been a boy.
What is taking a title?
Gaining honor and status
Who is Chukwu?
Supreme god.
Why does he beat his wife?
She leaves during the peace week.
What does Ikemefuna's death cause?
Guilt for Okonkwo, pain for Nwoye.
What does Okonkwo think about his son Nwoye?
He is weak.
He loses titles and respect.
Why do some convert to Christianity?
They feel accepted and equal.
How does he treat Nwoye?
With anger and disdain.
What does exile do to Okonkwo?
Damages his pride and status.
How does Okonkwo's idea of masculinity affect his relationships?
Causes emotional distance and harsh treatment.
Who are the egwugwu?
Village judges and elders.
What does Nwoye's conversion cause?
Okonkwo disowns him.
How is abuse viewed in Igbo culture?
Sometimes as discipline.
How does Colonization cause suffering?
Loss of culture and control.
How does the concept of masculinity contribute to Okonkwo's downfall?
Pride and fear cause bad choices
How does colonialism change hierarchy?
Converts gain power over elders.
What does religion conflict show?
Clash of cultures.
What is the effect of abuse?
Fear and pain.
What does suffering show in the story?
The cost of pride and change.