Chapter 2
The argument with Mbaino P10
Okonkwo’s treatment of his own son and relationship with his father p12
Okonkwo is represented in chapter 2 as a very strong minded, fierce person. Okonkwo is thus able, by means of his own efforts, to attain a position of wealth and prestige, even though his father died, penniless and titleless, of a shameful illness. In his tribe he is always viewed as the leader and is driven by his hatred of his father, and avoids in the end becoming like his father. It is apparent that Okonkwo is the head of the family and a significant leader in the Ibo tribe. "Okonkwo ruled his household with a heavy hand. His wives, especially the youngest, livedi n perpetual fear of his feiry temper..." (Pg 10). Okonkwo is represented as someone with very little patience and would resort to violencce instead of talking. Which again is much unlike his father as he wouldn't resort to violence.
Okonkwo to his eyese believes he is very spiritual and follows all of the Ibo tribe's religious tribes customs. However, he does many things which contradicts their religion and spirit.
The elements which are revealed of the Ibo culture is they are heavily involved in their religion. Immediately there is a strong element of religion heavily involved in the Ibo tribe. Achebe contradicts the European typical stereotype of Africans. Achebe contradicts the typical view of Africans as being very primitive. The Ibo tribe are quite advanced and Achebe positions the audience to regard their culture as being
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