TFA Intro PP

Chinua Achebe

Nigerian author known for writing about the impact of European colonization on traditional African culture.

Things Fall Apart

Achebe's first novel that depicts the conflict between the Igbo people and British colonizers. Goal= teach people a more accurate view on the African culture

Igbo people

• The third largest ethnic group in Nigeria, primarily living in the southeastern region.

• subsistence farmers (raised their own crops, used for food)

• patriarchal society

Colonialism

The practice of directly controlling and settling foreign territories, notably experienced in Nigeria by the British.

Kola nut

A symbol of hospitality and respect in Igbo culture, often offered at ceremonies.

Yam festival

An annual celebration in Igbo culture marking the end of the rainy season and the new harvest.

Egwugwu

Masked ancestral spirits in Igbo culture that represent the clan during certain rituals.

Ala (Ani)

The Earth goddess and goddess of fertility in Igbo religion.

Patriarchal society

A social system in which males hold primary power, evident in Igbo decision-making.

Niger River

The river that divides Nigeria into three major regions and is significant to its geography.

Chike Obi

Nigerian mathematician and one of the first to work in the field of mathematics in Nigeria.

Nollywood

The Nigerian film industry, recognized as one of the largest in the world.

Traditional Igbo music

Music that features instruments such as the talking drum and is often performed during cultural celebrations.

Ofo

A symbol of authority and justice in Igbo tradition, often used in rituals.

Masquerades

Cultural performances in Igbo culture involving elaborate costumes and dances, often representing ancestral spirits.

Owerri

The capital of Imo State, Nigeria, known for its cultural and historical significance.

Akwukwao

A traditional Igbo gathering or festival held to celebrate community and harvest.

Uli art

Traditional Igbo body and wall painting characterized by intricate patterns.

Biafra

The short-lived republic in southeastern Nigeria that declared independence in 1967, leading to the Nigerian Civil War.

Amadioha

The god of thunder and lightning in Igbo mythology, associated with justice and retribution.