` … the Seed was first sown among you…’

1. The first church in Mbanta:

i) Reasons for the early resistance to it.

ii) The sacred python – evidence of the cracks within the clan.

iii) The meek and reverent missionaries are the forerunners for the ruthless and uncompromising British government. 

2. Mr Kiaga:

i) His strong faith.

ii) His compassion to the marginalised members of the community.

iii) His established presence within the clan. 

3. Okonkwo:

i) His solution of violence.

ii) The irony of him regarding the clan as `womanly’. 

Learner Preparation for LESSON 38:

1. Learners to read CHAPTER  19.

2. Learners to consider the following for discussion:

    i) How does Okonkwo honour his exile?

    ii) Does Okonkwo learn anything relevant to humility and repentance during his exile?

Literary Essay Final Due: Refer to LESSON 19.