Review It

Now that you have learned some information about the kola nut and you have had a chance to evaluate a website, examine two other websites that will help you with your research about the kola nut and its importance to the Igbo tribe.

Why is the kola nut important to the Igbo tribe and how is it used in their culture?


Keeping the research question in mind, compare Website #2 and Website #3 below to determine which is better for your purpose. As you examine the websites for E.A.T., you will also learn more about the kola nut and Igbo culture that will aid you in creating your research presentation. Continue to take notes on your Research Organizer. Be sure that you are only taking notes from reliable sources.

expertise, authority, trustworthiness

Review the two websites below. Evaluate both sites for E.A.T. Scan the sites for content that will help you find information about the cultural background of the novel Things Fall Apart. Remember to use other strategies you learned in the Learn It section such as checking out the About Us section of the websites.

Website #2: Umu Numo Opens a new window

Website #3: IGBOGuide: Igbo Culture | Igbo Language Opens a new window

Now that you have examined two more websites, answer several multiple choice questions below about what you learned in your exploration.