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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the priestess of Agbala, the Oracle of the Hills and the Caves, in real life?

2. What do the people of Umuofia fear in the night?

3. Where does Obierika send one of his relatives to get a fat goat to give to his in-laws during the uri?

4. What is a man who holds the ozo title forbidden to do?

5. While talking with Okoye about the war, Unkona changes the subject to which topic?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the Week of Peace celebrated in Umuofia . How does Okonkwo violate this sacred peace and what are the consequences?

2. Do you agree with Okonkwo when he gives the fatal blow to Ikemefuna with his machete?

3. Explain how Ekwefi defies the traditions of the clan when Chielo takes Ezinma to Agbala, the Oracle of the Hills and the Caves.

4. Okonkwo's father dies in debt, with no titles to his name. Relate why Okonkwo does not have to worry that his father's reputation will be held against him.

5. Explain why sharecropping is a very difficult way to get ahead for Okonkwo, and how it impacts his parents and sisters.

6. Describe how Okonkwo continues to worry about his son Nwoye, especially after the death of Ikemefuna.

7. Analyze Okonkwo's feelings for Enzinma and Ekwefi, and how they relate to his fear of weakness.

8. In your opinion, what is the biggest factor that makes Ikemefuna accept the fact that he is not returning to his homeland?

9. Explain how Okonkwo's stern attitude changes when he is awakened in the night because Ezinma is sick.

10. Summarize how the people pass the time during the rainy season.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Choose one of the traditional celebrations, The Week of Peace or The Feast of the New Yam. Describe what happens during the celebration. Who is involved in the celebration? How long does it last? What impact does it have on the people? What is required of the people during the celebration? What are the traditional food and dress required, and what is the punishment if someone should violate the celebration?

Essay Topic 2

Describe in detail the three rituals of a wedding engagement for the Ibo people: the bride price, the delivery of the palm-wine, and the confession. Give a detailed summary of each ceremony.

Essay Topic 3

Enoch, the court messenger, is the cause of one of the biggest conflicts between the white man and the clan members. Describe the consequences of his offense and how it leads to further tragedy in the novel.

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