ENGL 2210 World Literature II

Achebe: "Things fall apart" Study Guide, Chapters 24-25

Chapter 24
  1. How has Okonkwo's mood changed since his release from prison? What's his solution to dealing with the white man?
  2. What is the village meeting about?
  3. What's Okonkwo's crime?
Chapter 25
  1. How does Okonkwo die? Why do you think he dies this way? Is this a proper way to die for a man of Umuofia?
  2. What's the title of the District Commissioner's book? What does the title indicate about his attitude toward the natives?
Proverbs:
  1. Whenever you see a toad jumping in broad daylight, then know that something is after its life.