`Umuofia was like a startled animal with ears erect, sniffing the silent, ominous air and not knowing which way to run.’

1. The unravelling of the cohesion of the tribe. 

2. British colonial government ( the District Commissioner):

i) Nameless. A title that is established as authority of the British. 

ii) Lack of honour.

iii) Arrested without a trial. Compare it to the justice of the egwugwu court.

iv) Irony of `fair play’.

v) The force of the British Government behind the church.

3.  The church (Mr Smith): 

i) Mr Smith’s lack of courage.

ii) Intent on destroying Ibo culture.

iii) Relies on District Commissioner for  strength and power.

4. Can people live together, despite their race, religious and cultural difference?

VIDEO: EBONY AND IVORY

LYRICS: EBONY AND IVORY

Learner Preparation for LESSON 46:

1. Learners to read CHAPTER 24.

2. Learners to consider the following for discussion:

i) Okonkwo’s heroic but futile stand.

ii) Actions and events that weaken the homogeneity of the clan.