Things Fall Apart

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Across
  1. 2. – The main village where the story begins.
  2. 5. – The use of vivid descriptions to appeal to senses.
  3. 7. – Strong hatred or dislike.
  4. 8. – To punish or discipline severely.
  5. 10. – The major feast that ends with a violent act by Okonkwo.
  6. 12. – A story or saying passed down in Igbo culture.
  7. 15. – The consequences of rigid masculinity.
  8. 19. – The gentle missionary who comes to Umuofia.
  9. 20. – The boy Okonkwo adopts after killing Ikemefuna.
Down
  1. 1. – Clash between traditional Igbo culture and British influence.
  2. 3. – A central idea about destiny and choice.
  3. 4. – The sacred week where no work or violence is allowed.
  4. 6. – Crops that symbolize wealth and masculinity.
  5. 9. – A reference to another work, often biblical or historical.
  6. 11. – Represents the cleansing of the earth and the end of life.
  7. 13. – The main character, a respected warrior of the Umuofia clan.
  8. 14. – Okonkwo’s daughter who he fears will be weak like her grandfather.
  9. 16. – The sport that Okonkwo excels at in his youth.
  10. 17. – This insect invasion represents destruction and change.
  11. 18. – Okonkwo’s father, known for being poor and lazy.