This question is based on Literary Principles. In Umuaro it is not our custom to refuse a call, although we may refuse to do what the caller asks. Ezeulu do...

This question is based on Literary Principles.

In Umuaro it is not our custom to refuse a call, although we may refuse to do what the caller asks.

Ezeulu does not want to refuse the whiteman's call and so he is sending his son!

Chinua Achebe, Arrow of God

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