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Short Story: "Marriage Is a Private Affair" by Chinua Achebe

Question 4 • Common Core ELA 10-CR

What finally changes Okeke’s mind about seeing his son and family?

Answer
A
He learns that Nnaemeka has a terminal illness and will die soon.
B
Nene writes and begs him to see his two grandsons.
C
He finds out that Nnaemeka has divorced his wife and remarried.
D
Nnaemeka begs him to allow a visit before he dies so they can be reconciled.

Explanation

Nene writes to Okeke and asks him to meet his two grandsons, explaining how much they want to know their grandfather. The thought of the boys longing to see him finally softens Okeke, and he resolves to go to them. Nnaemeka’s illness or a divorce is not what changes his mind.

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