Question

In at least one hundred words, discuss how Achebe uses characterization—especially regarding the character of Nwoye—to express the theme of tradition vs. change in Things Fall Apart. Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

Answer 1

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the novel tittle is a quote from a poem

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Answer 2

In the book Things Fall Apart, Achebe talks about the way traditional Igbo communities dealt with the changes brought about by foreigners and modernity. An example of how he achieves this can be seen in the character of Nwoye.

Nwoye is a very sensitive character, who is deeply impacted by the cruelty he sees around him, such as the practice of killing twin babies. Nwoye represents a modern sensibility, which clashes with the traditional masculinity of his father Okonkwo. Okonkwo believes Nwoye to be weak and effeminate.  By using characterization, Achebe allows these two characters to represent the changes that are taking place in the community. Eventually, Nwoye is pulled towards modernity definitely when he decides to convert to Christianity, as he values the teachings of kindness and sensibility.