Question 22
POST_UTME_AFE_BABALOLA_UNIVERSITY
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2025
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LITERATURE
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objective
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character of Okonkwo?
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Correct Answer
A.
Okonkwo represents the traditional Igbo values of masculinity and strength, highlighting the importance of these qualities in pre-colonial Igbo society.
B.
Okonkwo is a symbol of the destructive power of patriarchy, exemplifying the ways in which societal expectations can lead to the oppression of women and the marginalization of minority groups.
C.
Okonkwo serves as a foil to the character of Unoka, illustrating the contrast between traditional and modern values, as well as the tension between individualism and collectivism.
D.
Okonkwo is a representation of the corrupting influence of colonialism, highlighting the ways in which external forces can disrupt traditional societies and lead to cultural destruction.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
Okonkwo represents the traditional Igbo values of masculinity and strength, highlighting the importance of these qualities in pre-colonial Igbo society.
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