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Okonkwo

The protagonist, exiled to his motherland after accidentally killing a clansman.

Uchendu

Okonkwo’s maternal uncle, serving as a wise elder and guide during Okonkwo's exile.

Nwoye

Okonkwo’s eldest son who converts to Christianity, deepening the rift with his father.

Obierika

Okonkwo’s best friend who supports him during exile by selling yams and providing news.

Mr. Brown

The first missionary in Umuofia, known for his patience and understanding.

The Missionaries

A group of Christian evangelists led by Mr. Brown, representing European influence.

Nneka

The first woman in Mbanta to convert to Christianity, marginalized for having twins.

Ekwefi

Okonkwo's second wife, mother of Ezinma.

Ojiugo

Okonkwo's third wife, with minor involvement in the story.

Ezinma

Okonkwo’s favorite daughter, grows into a strong young woman and source of pride.

Reverend James Smith

Replaces Mr. Brown, known for being harsh and uncompromising.

Enoch

A fanatical Christian who provokes conflict by unmasking an egwugwu.

Egwuqwu

Masked ancestral spirits representing traditional Igbo justice and culture.

The District Commissioner

A colonial authority figure embodying European oppression of the Igbo.

Fill in the Blank: Okonkwo was exiled to his motherland after __________.

accidentally killing a clansman.

Fill in the Blank: Nwoye deepens the rift with Okonkwo by converting to __________.

Christianity.

Question: Who is Obierika and what role does he play during Okonkwo's exile?

Obierika is Okonkwo’s best friend who supports him by selling yams and keeping him informed.

Question: What is the significance of Mr. Brown in the context of the story?

He is the first missionary in Umuofia who fosters peaceful relations with the Igbo people.

Question: What action does Enoch take that escalates tensions with the clan?

He unmaskes an egwugwu, provoking significant conflict.