Things Fall Apart: Chapters 4-6

Front

What character trait does Okonkwo exhibit more prominently in Chapters 4-6?

Back

Aggressiveness and intolerance.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Who is Chielo in 'Things Fall Apart' and what is her role?

Back

Chielo is a priestess of the Oracle of Agbala, linking the spiritual world to the villagers and emphasizing themes of tradition and spirituality.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What impact do the locusts have on the village in Chapter 6?

Back

They devastate the crops, leading to food scarcity and hardship.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does the yam harvest festival symbolize in Chapter 6?

Back

It symbolizes prosperity and abundance, and serves as a time for community gratitude to the gods.

Front

What is the primary function of the Oracle in the story?

Back

To provide guidance and insight to the main characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does Okonkwo's attitude towards tradition manifest in Chapters 4-6?

Back

He becomes increasingly aggressive and intolerant of anything that threatens his status and traditional values.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What themes are highlighted through Chielo's character?

Back

Tradition, spirituality, and the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

In what ways does the arrival of the locusts serve as a plot device?

Back

It introduces conflict and hardship, affecting the villagers' livelihoods and highlighting the fragility of their agricultural society.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

How does the yam harvest festival reflect the community's values?

Back

It reflects their appreciation for agricultural success and the importance of communal gatherings in expressing gratitude.

Front

What does Okonkwo's behavior towards his family reveal about his character?

Back

It reveals his fear of being perceived as weak, leading him to be harsh and demanding.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3