How would you compare and contrast the characters of Sidi and Baroka in The Lion and the Jewel?

Sidi is considered the "jewel" of Ilujinle and becomes famous after a foreign photographer publishes her pictures in a magazine. Although she is beautiful, Sidi is rather unintelligent and conceited. She brags about her physical appearance and mocks Baroka when she visits his home.

Baroka is the Bale of Ilujinle and a prestigious member the village. He is also outgoing and admired by others. In his youth, Baroka was known for his physical strength and masculinity, similar to the way Sidi is identified by her beauty and femininity. Although Baroka still possesses much of his strength, he is getting older and his perception throughout the village is beginning to change. Unlike Sidi, Baroka is very wise. He devises a plan to woo Sidi.

Baroka is also a supporter of traditional ways of life and opposes modernity. At the end of the play, Sidi decides to marry Baroka, demonstrating her affinity for traditional culture, which she shares with Baroka.