Why Fire and Rain Are Enemies: an African Folktale

In a folk tale, a chief's beautiful daughter, Bidemi, is sought after by many suitors, including the elements Fire and Rain. Rain proposes with promises of comfort, while Fire offers protection but with harsh conditions. Bidemi cleverly sets a race between Fire and Rain to decide her suitor. Rain wins by using his natural abilities, leading to his marriage with Bidemi and establishing the enmity between Fire and Rain.

What did the chief think about his daughter when he called for her after meeting Fire?

How did Bidemi respond to her father's announcement about marrying Fire?

What did the townspeople think about the race between Fire and Rain?

What lesson can be learned from the tale of Fire and Rain?