chapter+12-14+JH

1) The three chapters contained quite an event. The first thing I realized was the enormous celebration of Okonkwo's friend, Obierika's daughter's //uri// (supposedly future son-in-law) bringing palm-wine to their immediate relatives but to the wide group of kinsmen named //umunna//. In old times in Korea, neighbours used to be very close to each other and they didn't hesitate to share. However, it makes me sad to see the World-well, at least Korea- turning into an unfriendly place. People have mistrust between each other and it isn't common to see neighbours close enough to share joy with one another. Also, I found Okonkwo's exile very unfair since it had only been an accident. I personally think that their beliefs about God is actually killing many people and ruining their lives. Just because of the belief, Okonkwo's pride and life was stomped upon and was ruined. He had to begin his life all over again. The book says, "It was like beginning life anew without the vigor and enthusiasm of youth, like learning to become left-handed in old age." [Part 2: Chapter 14, Pg. 113 ]

2) I read up to where Okonkwo's life has returned to the starting point and needs to start from a scratch. I think it'll be either way, either for him to learn about a different life and start a new life or either he struggles to get up. In my opinion, he won't be able to restore his pride in one night. I don't think he'll be able to recover easily. I think it'll show Okonkwo going through hardships for awhile.

3) What is the biggest cause of neighbours turning away from one another? What can we do to restore the relationship between houses?