Each one of these villages posses their own beliefs, practices, standards, and form of government. One of the standards set for men in Okonkwo's village is to be manly and command as much respect as possible. ... As read on the first page of the novel, "Okonkwo was well known throughout the villages and even beyond. ... He did it because he knew that he was of status also the man he insulted did not posses any titles and thus Okonkwo felt as if he were better than this man, and therefore had the right to insult him. ...

• Word Count: 892
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School