Things Fall Apart: Characters
Unoka
Okonkwo's father; a notorious dancer
Something evil
Sinister
What is Okonkwo's biggest fear?
Okonkwo fears appearing weak like his father.
Protagonist of the novel; a courageous warrior
Okonkwo
After comparing himself to fire, he compares his son Nwoye to...
Ash
Extremely dry or thirsty
Parched
How does the arrival of the British colonizers affect the Igbo community?
The British colonizers disrupt Igbo traditions, religion, and social order, causing conflict and change.
Ikemefuna
Boy from neighboring village chosen by his people as a sacrifice to Umuofia...
To be forced in exile
Banished
What is the significance of the title Things Fall Apart in relation to the story?
The title reflects the breakdown of Igbo society and Okonkwo’s life as colonialism and internal conflicts cause everything to fall apart.
Nwoye
Okonkwo's oldest son; joins the missionaries and later changes his name.
The customary food items used to begin fellowship in Umofia.
Kola Nut
To push on despite difficulty
Persevered
How does the novel explore the theme of change versus tradition?
The novel shows tension between preserving traditions and adapting to new influences like colonialism.
Okonkwo's best and oldest friend
Obierika
Highly respected
Revered
How does Okonkwo’s exile affect him and his family?
Okonkwo’s exile isolates him from his community and weakens his social status.