Dinka And Nuer Similarities

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There are many similarities and differences between the two rival tribes. Although they seem to be different and hostile to each other they are surprisingly similar. Here are some examples of the similar and different perspectives of the people of the two tribes.

In the text, it states “Both walk the roadless plain of the White Nile,” which shows that the two tribes are similar and that they both have to endure the hardships of an uncomfortable plain. Another example that shows similar perspectives of the Dinka and Nuer is this, “Dinka and Nuer have been stealing from each other for as long as anyone can remember.” Which shows that they both do the same thing and that none of them are good or bad.

One different perspective is that “The

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