American and Nigerian Culture, similarities and dissimilarities

American and Nigerian Culture         American and Nigerian cultures are alike in some aspects of life, while being dissimilar in other aspects. This idea is clearly exemplified when one compares their own experience and knowledge of culture in America to that description and portrayal of Nigerian culture as seen through Buchi Emecheta's novel, The Wrestling Match.         Both of our societies can be looked at as parallel in how teenagers are typically stereotyped, rivalry among towns/villages, …

…status. We in America enjoy computers, modems, faxes,video equipment, cellular phones, huge supermarkets, and discount stores, etc. These are not restricted only to city dwellers or the upper class, many of these things are commonplace. In Nigeria however, the bulk of the population lives a much more primitive lifestyle without the advantages,privileges, and benefits that these modern conveniences provide. ( Of course, they also do not have the problems generated by these modern wonders).