TFA Chapters 20-22 Flashcard

Front

Who are the kotma?

Back

Court messengers in the context of the Igbo society.

Front

What does Okonkwo tell his five sons about their oldest brother, Nwoye?

Back

He refers to Nwoye as a great abomination, no longer his son, and like a woman.

Front

What happens to the clan when Okonkwo returns to Umuofia?

Back

The clan has been weakened and divided by the new religion and government.

Front

What did Enoch do that caused a significant reaction?

Back

He claimed to have killed and eaten the sacred python, which was a revered symbol.

Front

Who is referred to as the 'Crystal of Beauty'?

Back

Ezinma, Okonkwo's daughter, is called the 'Crystal of Beauty'.

Front

What is the significance of the sacred python in Igbo culture?

Back

The sacred python is a symbol of the earth goddess and is revered in the Igbo culture.

Front

How does Okonkwo's view of masculinity affect his relationship with Nwoye?

Back

Okonkwo's rigid view of masculinity leads him to reject Nwoye, whom he perceives as weak.

Front

What role does religion play in the changes in Umuofia?

Back

The introduction of Christianity leads to divisions within the clan and challenges traditional beliefs.

Front

What does the term 'abomination' signify in the context of Okonkwo's family?

Back

It signifies a deep sense of shame and rejection, particularly in relation to Nwoye's choices.

Front

How does the arrival of the missionaries impact the Igbo society?

Back

The missionaries introduce new beliefs that conflict with traditional practices, causing social upheaval.