Okonkwo and Unoka Quiz

What achievement first makes Okonkwo famous in Umuofia?

• His wealth

• His wrestling victory over Amalinze the Cat

• His farming success

• His titles

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CCSS.RL.5.7

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How is Okonkwo’s personality described?

• Patient and kind

• Hot-tempered and hardworking

• Gentle and musical

• Lazy but generous

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

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What instrument does Unoka play?

• Drum

• Flute

• Gong

• Harp

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CCSS.RL.1.10

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How is Unoka’s reputation in the village best described?

• Respected elder with titles

• Lazy debtor with charm

• Fierce warrior feared by enemies

• Wealthy trader

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

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Okonkwo feels what emotion most strongly toward his father?

• Admiration

• Contempt

• Love

• Gratitude

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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Which quality does Okonkwo most fear being associated with?

• Wealth

• Weakness

• Anger

• Talent in music

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why is Unoka considered a failure?

• He never became a warrior

• He died in debt with no titles

• He was dishonest

• He left his family

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What event begins the novel and shows Okonkwo’s strength?

• His marriage ceremony

• His yam harvest

• His wrestling match

• His father’s funeral

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

The father-son contrast between Unoka and Okonkwo emphasizes which theme?

• Music vs. silence

• Weakness vs. strength

• Tradition vs. modernity

• Peace vs. war

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

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Which word best describes Okonkwo’s early motivation?

• Fear of failure

• Desire for peace

• Love of art

• Respect for tradition

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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