Main character of the book. Very quiet and shy, and is often made fun of by her classmates.
Who is Kambili
100
The reason for the father's brutality and abuse of his children.
What is religion
100
The country where the family lives.
What is Nigeria
100
A small amount.
What is sparse
200
This character is angry and abusive of his children.
Who is Papa
200
Characteristic of the father, who chooses to let his sister suffer rather than help out.
What is greed
200
The maiden name of the family.
What is Achike
200
A religious book.
What is missal
300
This character is rational and outgoing, but also lives in fear of his father
Who is Jaja
300
Common for Kambili, and often results because of fear and uncertainty.
What is silence
300
Papa's job
What is newspaper publisher
300
A blessing.
What is benediction
400
This character is a classmate of Kambili, and one of the only kids who is nice to her
Who is Ezinne
400
The author often incorporates this topic, as it is important in the setting at this time period; the country they live in is very distinct when it comes to this, and it is emphasized in society.
What is culture
400
How the children feel in Aunty Ifeoma's house that they do not in their own house
What is freedom and stability
400
An illegal overthrow of the government by outsiders.
What is coup
500
This character is mature, and acts as the father figure of his house since the death of his father; he is also the son of Aunty Ifeoma.
Who is Obiora
500
A lot of change is causing this, which is major for the time period in this specific setting; it causes chaos in society, and generally puts people in a bad place.
What is corruption
500
The person who takes the blame for mama in the death of papa.