Things Fall Apart Ch.4

What does Okonkwo’s treatment of Ikemefuna in Chapter 4 best reveal about his character?

• He values strength and leadership over emotions.

• He shows kindness to everyone, regardless of status.

• He suppresses his emotions to maintain his authority.

• He questions the traditions of his tribe.

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How does Achebe use indirect characterization to develop Okonkwo’s personality in Chapter 4?

• By providing a detailed description of his physical features.

• Through the way others react to his actions and behavior.

• By listing all of his past achievements.

• Through direct statements about his personality.

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How does the proverb “When a man says yes, his chi says yes also” relate to Okonkwo’s view on success?

• It suggests that Okonkwo believes fate controls his achievements.

• It highlights his belief in personal willpower and determination.

• It shows that he thinks luck determines a man’s future.

• It proves that Okonkwo follows the Oracle’s decisions completely.

Okonkwo’s actions in Chapter 4 emphasize the novel’s theme of masculinity and strength. When he believes a man is weak, he often calls him a "_________," a term used to insult men who are perceived as feminine.

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Achebe’s use of cultural events to establish characterization is highly impactful. In Chapter 4, Okonkwo insults the clan by beating Ojiugo during the “__________” for Ojiougo's multiple offenses towards Okonkwo.