Things Fall Apart

Did Okonkwo beat Okonkwo out of fear or anger?

Did Okonkwo beat Okonkwo out of fear or anger? Give a quote to support your answer (Chapter 18)

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Are you asking if he beat himself? I think it was fear, insicurity, and anger that threatened Okonkwo. He was very one dimensional in how he felt about himself. Any perceived lack of masculinity or pride was a threat to him.