Choose any two characters studied in this semester and compare them to one another. The characters that you choose may be characters in a story or the narrators of poetry or nonfiction. How are these characters similar? How are they different? How do you think these characters might interact if they had the opportunity? How do you think they would act if suddenly transplanted to the twenty-first century? Be sure to include direct references to the traits of the characters learned through the stories.

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Choose any two characters studied in this semester and compare them to one another. The characters that you choose may be characters in a story or the narrators of poetry or nonfiction. How are these characters similar? How are they different? How do you think these characters might interact if they had the opportunity? How do you think they would act if suddenly transplanted to the twenty-first century? Be sure to include direct references to the traits of the characters learned through the stories.

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One pair of characters that could be compared are Okonkwo from Chinua Achebe's "Things Fall Apart" and Jay Gatsby from F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby."

Okonkwo and Gatsby both share a desire for success and respect from others. Okonkwo in "Things Fall Apart" strives to live up to his father's legacy and become a powerful and respected figure in his village. Gatsby in "The Great Gatsby" also desires wealth, status, and the love of his life, Daisy Buchanan, in order to prove himself to society.

However, the two characters differ in their approach to achieving their goals. Okonkwo is a traditionalist who values hard work, courage, and strength, while Gatsby is a self-made man who engages in illegal activities, such as bootlegging, to amass wealth and climb the social ladder. Okonkwo is also more straightforward and blunt in his actions and words, while Gatsby is more mysterious and enigmatic.

If Okonkwo and Gatsby were to interact, it is likely that Okonkwo would view Gatsby's lifestyle with disdain and disapproval, as it goes against his strict moral code. Gatsby, on the other hand, might see Okonkwo as too rigid and inflexible in his ways.

If suddenly transplanted to the twenty-first century, Okonkwo may struggle to adapt to a world where traditional values and customs are less valued, while Gatsby might thrive in a society that places a high premium on wealth and material success. Okonkwo's sense of honor and pride may clash with the superficiality and materialism of modern society, while Gatsby may find himself navigating the complexities of relationships and social interactions in a world driven by social media and technology.