TFA.+Chapter+14

Song: //Catastrophe and The Cure// by Explosions In The Sky

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This song reflects the change in Okonkwo's character from being dominant to being more submissive. Chapter 14 is the beginning of part II, when Okonkwo moves to Mbanta after killing a kid by accident. In his fatherland before exile, Okonkwo was a dominant man in the household who rarely compromises or shows signs of weakness. However, a more submissive side of Okonkwo is shown during his conversation with Uchendu as he "shook his head" (p134) when asked a question that he didn't know the answer to. This change is reflected through the music as it starts fast-paced and strong (like Okonkwo pre-exile), but becomes quiet and gentle (Okonkwo's loss in aggression post-exile).