Question

from chinua achebe, things fall apart. copyright 1959 by chinua achebe
how does mr. brown win over the people of umuofia?
he appeals to their desire for a better future.
he appeals to their desire to grow and modernize.
he appeals to their desire for spiritual fulfillment and eternal life.
he appeals to their desire to learn more about european culture.

Explanation:

In Things Fall Apart, Mr. Brown is a missionary. Missionaries often use the promise of spiritual fulfillment (such as salvation) and the concept of eternal life (in a religious, after - life sense) to convert people. While the other options may seem plausible on the surface:

• The people of Umuofia's idea of a "better future" was more in line with their traditional values (like a good harvest, strong community, etc.) rather than what Mr. Brown was offering.
• "Growing and modernizing" was not the main draw as the Igbo people had their own well - established social and cultural systems.
• Learning about European culture was not the primary motivation for the conversion; it was more about the religious (spiritual and eternal life) aspects.

Answer:

He appeals to their desire for spiritual fulfillment and eternal life.