Chapter 11

What is the main idea of this chapter?

Ekwefi tells a story to her daughter Ezinma. What does the story explain?

The story Ekwefi tells Ezinma not only explains a natural phenomenon but also foreshadows (anticipates) what future event?

Who appears at Okonkwo's compound to get Ezinma?

How does Ezinma get to the cave?

In the pitch black night, how is Ekwefi able to follow Ezinma if she can't see her?

What or who is Ekwefi surprised to see at the mouth of the cave?

How has Chielo referred to Ezinma in this chapter and earlier chapters?

Find the section two–thirds of the way through the chapter where Ekwefi is following Ezinma. Find the paragraph that begins, "The priestess' voice came at longer intervals now."

What does "intervals" mean in this context?

Is there anything that is unclear in this chapter?