Why had the men of Umuofia called a meeting?
English · Middle School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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The men of Umuofia called a meeting because something significant and troubling had occurred which required the collective deliberation and decision-making of the clan. In the context of Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart," the men of Umuofia call a meeting after a woman from their tribe is killed at the marketplace by a member of a neighboring clan. This act is considered a grave offense and a violation of the peace between the clans, prompting the need for the Umuofia to gather and decide on an appropriate course of action, which may include seeking justice or retribution, as is consistent with their customs and traditions.