Question

based on the passage, what is the primary source of okonkwos fame and respect in his community?
○ his leadership position as village elder
○ his ability to play traditional musical instruments
● his physical appearance and intimidating manner
○ his victory over a previously undefeated wrestler
20 multiple choice 1 point
the simile \okonkwos fame had grown like a bush - fire in the harmattan\ suggests that his reputation
● spread rapidly and extensively
○ caused conflict with neighboring villages
○ was destructive to the community
○ was seasonal and temporary

Explanation:

First Question (Primary source of Okonkwo’s fame):

To determine Okonkwo’s fame source, we analyze the options. In "Things Fall Apart", Okonkwo’s fame comes from defeating the undefeated wrestler (Amalinze the Cat). The other options: village elder leadership isn’t his main fame source, musical skill isn’t highlighted, and physical appearance/intimidation is not the primary fame driver. So the correct option is about his wrestling victory.

A bush - fire in harmattan (dry season) spreads quickly and widely. The simile "Okonkwo’s fame had grown like a bush - fire in the harmattan" means his reputation spread rapidly and extensively. The other options (conflict - causing, destructive, seasonal/temporary) don’t match the nature of a bush - fire’s spread in this context.

Answer:

D. His victory over a previously undefeated wrestler (assuming the fourth option is D; if options are labeled as per order: the fourth option "His victory over a previously undefeated wrestler")

Second Question (Simile interpretation):