Word Salad
Write a sentence using the word effeminate (pg. 58)
effeminate
“I will not have a son who cannot hold up his head in the gathering of the clan.”
Okonkwo
This character has a strong positive influence on Okonkwo's son, Nwoye.
Ikemefuna
The most important crop, which determines one's social status and feeds his family
yam
Define the word "intricate" (pg. 6)
complex; elaborate
"I shall pay you, but not today."
Unoka
Why does Okonkwo threaten to break Nwoye's jaw in Chapter 4?
Nwoye is cutting the seed yams improperly
One's personal god or destiny
chi
Create an original sentence using the word "inadvertent" (pg. 124)
(Various possibilities)
"Is it true that when people are grown up, fire does not burn them?"
Ezinma
Why does Ekwefi leave her husband to be with Okonkwo?
She is attracted to him because he is a famous wrestler.
The prophet of the Ibo; determines whether or not war is allowed, consulted for advice and major decisions.
The Oracle
Define the word "abomidable" (pg. 158)
drastically evil (or similar definition)
"The evil you have done can ruin the whole clan. The earth goddess whom you have insulted may refuse to give us her increase, and we shall all perish."
Ezeani, the priest of the earth spirit Ani
What doesn't Okonkwo like about the Feast of the New Yam?
He does not like all the sitting around and eating; he would rather work on his farm.
Which festival celebrates getting rid of old yams and preparing for a new harvest?
The Feast of the New Yam
Use the word "ultimatum" in an original sentence (pg. 11)
(Various possibilities)
"Your chi is very much awake, my friend. And how is my daughter, Ezinma?"
Chielo
He pays more than required to the priest after violating the Week of Peace; he wants his son Nwoye to grow up to be a great man; he is fond of his daughter Ezinma; various other examples...
Who is the evil spirit of the Igbo?
Ekwensu (pg. 122)