Things Fall Apart Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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Things Fall Apart Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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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. How does Ikemenfuna feel after three weeks of illness?

2. What does Okonkwo bring back from the bush while Ezinma lays sick in Ekwefi's hut?

3. What is the strange event that takes place in the village of Ire that Ofoedo tells Okonkwo and Obierika about?

4. How does Ezinma, the daughter of Okonkwo's second wife, bring fire to Nwoye's mother's hut?

5. What is the only way a young man can build a barn of his own if his father has no yams?

Short Essay Questions

1. Do you think Okonkwo is justified in being ashamed of his father? Explain why.

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

3. Describe why Okonkwo is considered a wealthy man by Umuofia's standards.

4. Do you agree with the old man who said that Okonkwo's palm-kernels had been cracked for him by a benevolent spirit? Justify your answer.

5. Why do you think so many people in Umuofia gather with excitement to watch the wrestling matches?

6. Summarize the role of the women during the New Yam Festival.

7. Determine the point of view of Mbaino with regard to settling the dispute with Umuofia over the murder of Ezeugo.

8. Describe how Okonkwo goes against his nature when he goes to find Ikwefi at the sacred cave.

9. Describe the weather patterns the year Okonkwo promises to farm the eight hundred yam seeds from Nwakibie, and how they affect the yams.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write three paragraphs relating the events that led up to Okonkwo's demise for the District Commissioner's book: The Pacification of the Primitive Tribes of the Lower Niger.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the role of women in the novel with the role of women in today's American society. Cite specific examples from the novel, detailing women's jobs and responsibilities.

Essay Topic 3

1) Compare and contrast the characters of Mr. Brown and Reverend Smith.

2) Summarize the impact each character had on the native culture.

3) In your opinion, which character is the most effective? Defend your stance.

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