Questions, Answers & Explanations

Q1. What crime happens in Chapter 6?

A: The theft / disappearance of Akeukeuor, the god of Nkokonoko Small Monje.

Explanation: This is the central event that causes the conflict in this chapter.

 

Q2. Who is accused of the crime and why?

A: Achiebefuo is accused because he is the only carver in the tribe capable of carving such a god.

Explanation: People think no one else has the skill to make or steal it.

 

Q3. Who summons Achiebefuo to defend himself?

A: Ngobefuo, the First Man and his friend of 50 years.

Explanation: Shows leadership and traditional justice – the accused must be heard.

 

Q4. How does Achiebefuo react to the accusation?

A: He is shocked, hurt and defensive. He says it is the first time he is hearing about it.

Explanation: Shows he feels betrayed by his own friend suspecting him.

 

Q5. What argument does Achiebefuo use to prove his innocence?

A: He reminds Ngobefuo that they were both chosen by Fuo-Ndee to protect the tribe, and he trusts Ngobefuo too much to betray him.

Explanation: He uses their long friendship and shared duty as proof of loyalty.

 

Q6. What does Ngobefuo say at the end: “I know Achiebefuo to be a good carver”? What does it mean?

A: It means he still believes Achiebefuo is an honest craftsman, not a thief.

Explanation: It is a firm declaration of trust and innocence despite public suspicion.

 

Q7. What theme is shown in this chapter?

A: Trust vs betrayal and good leadership.

Explanation: Ngobefuo shows a good leader must listen before judging, even when pressured by the tribe.