53 pages 1 hour read

Chinua Achebe

Arrow of God

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1964

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Essay Topics

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What does Arrow of God communicate about leadership roles, structures, and rituals? Pay attention to British officials and Umuaro leaders and think about the achievements and shortcomings of leadership styles.

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Pick one of Ezeulu’s sons to examine closely. How does Arrow of God use the father-son relationship to track changes in Umuaro’s society? 

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Marriage is a common theme of life in Umuaro. What makes a marriage successful? How does it strengthen or weaken society? Why does marriage motivate so much of Achebe’s plot?