Post Utme Oau 2020 Literature Question 27

Practice objective / multiple choice question 27 from the 2020 Post Utme Oau Literature examination.

Post Utme Oau 2020 Literature Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 27 POST_UTME_OAU • 2020 • LITERATURE • objective

In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', the character of Okonkwo is often seen as a symbol of masculinity in Igbo culture. Analyze how Okonkwo's actions and decisions reflect the societal expectations of masculinity in the novel.

Answer Options

A. Okonkwo's physical strength and aggression are seen as masculine traits in Igbo culture.
Correct Answer B. Okonkwo's refusal to show emotions is a reflection of the societal expectation of masculinity in the novel.
C. Okonkwo's treatment of his wives and children is a result of his own personal values, rather than societal expectations.
D. Okonkwo's actions are driven by his own sense of self, rather than societal expectations of masculinity.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Okonkwo's refusal to show emotions is a reflection of the societal expectation of masculinity in the novel.

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This is Post Utme Oau 2020 Literature Question 27. It is one of the objective questions from the 2020 Post Utme Oau Literature examination.

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