Things Fall Apart

How is Obeirika a foil for Okonkwo? A foil is a character that is used by the author to highlight the main character's personality traits. Explain.

chapters 8-13

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Obierika is thoughtful. He is less misogynistic than Okonkwo, and he has no love for unnecessary violence. He is a compassionate and just man. These traits are in contrast to Okonkwo's traits.