In The Lion and the Jewel, Baroka and Lakunle are rivals who compete to win Sidi’s hand in marriage. What commonalities do the two characters share?
Apart from the fact that they are both male and love Sidi, there is nothing else that is common between them.
They are both influential in the society.
They both objectify women and show a condescending attitude towards them.
They both successfully use language to manipulate and control those around them especially women.
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Both Baroka and Lakunle are also traditional in their own ways - Baroka representing the older, more traditional customs and beliefs of the village, while Lakunle represents a more modern, Western-influenced mindset. Additionally, both characters are portrayed as somewhat arrogant and self-centered, believing that they are entitled to Sidi's affections without truly considering her feelings or desires.
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