Culture & Traditions
This event marks the beginning of a new agricultural season
What is The Feast of the New Yam
Okonkwo tries to hide this emotion during the wrestling match
What is joy?
These components explain why wrestling is important to the Igblo community
What is strength, honor, and community pride?
The reason that Okonkwo suppress his emotions
What is his fear of appearing weak like his father?
The festival shows the value of community unity
What is the entire village participates, reinforcing shared traditions and identity?
This explains how Okonkwo's view of masculinity affects his relationships
What is it limits emotional connection and increases internal conflict?