1. Proverbs Characters Homework Check: Ch 5 Ezinma: (nickname is Ezibgo)
Obiageli
Nkechi
Ekwefi

2. Chapter 5 quick questions
What god(dess) is most important? Why?
How many days before the feast does Okonkwo’s family start to paint themselves?
What does “Ezigbo” mean?
How many meals are offered to Okonkwo? Which does he eat first?

3. Chapter 5 quick questions
What god(dess) is most important? Why?
Ani, the Earth Goddess
How many days before the feast does Okonkwo’s family start to paint themselves? 3
What does “Ezigbo” mean?
The Good One
How many meals are offered to Okonkwo? Which does he eat first?
3 the one made by the first wife

4. Ch 5 Discussion Questions
How does Okonkwo’s reaction to the New Yam Festival differ from that of his clansmen?
Describe and evaluate the banana tree conflict Okonkwo had with Ekwefi. What characteristics does this bring out in Okonkwo, and what does this tell readers about his family?
Are the Umofians supersititious? (a belief or way of behaving that is based on fear of the unknown and faith in magic or luck : a belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck)