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Look back at the scene where Ezedu tries to persuade Okonkwo not to
participate in the killing of Ikemefuna. How does Ezedu build his case?
What does Okonkwo's response reveal about his character? Write a literary
analysis explaining your answer.

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Ezedu builds the case by showing that Ikemefuna sees Okonkwo as a father, which shows that the two have a very strong bond that cannot be broken with something so cruel. Okonkwo's response shows that he is determined to participate in the murder even though he understands the point Ezedu is making.

We can arrive at this answer because:

  • Ezedu knows that the order of the oracle is cruel, empty, and without any reason to justify it.
  • He believes that this murder shouldn't happen and that if it does, it shouldn't have the participation of the only family Ikemefuna knows.
  • Ezedu reinforces that Ikemefuna sees Okonkwo as a father. They have a very strong bond and there is a family love between the two, which cannot be defeated by absurd traditions and orders.

Okonkwo deceitfully replies to Ezedu, showing that he recognizes the link between him and Ikemefuna, since he raised Ikemefuna and cares for the boy, however, he believes his reputation is more important than any kind of family relationship and if he does not participate in the murder that reputation will be harmed.

This question is about "Things Fall Apart."

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