What does the clan expect to happen to them Chapter 17 things fall apart?

In Chapter 17 of "Things Fall Apart," the clan expects to face significant changes due to the increasing influence of colonial powers and missionaries. They fear that their traditional way of life and cultural practices are under threat as the new religion and government impose foreign values. The elders and leaders are concerned about the disunity within the clan and the potential loss of their identity, leading to a sense of helplessness and anxiety about the future.