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could argue that 's downfall is directly related to his fear of being viewed as weak or becoming
like his inept father . As a young man, Okonkwo was determined to become a successful, masculine
warrior and grow up to be the complete opposite of his father. Okonkwo's fear of being viewed as
weak and effeminate influenced him to become a callous, violent man. Okonkwo's aggressive,
hostile personality leads to several bad decisions, which results in his downfall.
Okonkwo's first significant mistake is beating his wife during the Week of Peace,
which is considered an offense against...
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