A powerful leader is one who knows how to lead with control and has strong leader characteristics. In the novel Lord of the Flies by William Golding, some readers support the fact that Jack was a better leader than Ralph, but others feel that Ralph was the better leader. Although several supporters feel that Ralph is the best leader, it is evident that Jack is the better leader since he can effortlessly control the group on the island.
It is clear that Jack is a better leader than Ralph because he is more of a demanding, manipulative person. From the time the boys landed on the island, Jack was in control of the choir. “The other boys, led by Jack, run off in disorganized excitement to light the signal fire”(Reilly, 3). This quote shows that the boys followed in Jack’s footsteps since they set foot on the island. Along with controlling the choir, Jack challenged Ralph’s opinions. “We do not need the conch anymore. We know who ought to say things” (Reilly, 4). This quote demonstrates that Jack is making an attempt to control the group by doing what is best for him, and he demands that the boys support his decisions. In addition, Jack’s main priority was to hunt and give them what they want. “The point is that Jack is doing what he wants, not what he ought” (Reilly, 5). This quote illustrates that Jack is aware that he is the leader of the group, for he is doing what he wants and not what he has to. Clearly, it is evident that Jack is the best choice as chief for
If you remember earlier in the book, Jack was told by Ralph to keep the signal fire burning.But instead of thinking of the whole group like a good chief would, He only thought about himself and what he wanted to do. “Jack checked, vaguely irritated by this irrelevance but too happy to let it worry him.” (Golding 69). This quote helps show that Jack is not a good leader. He cares more about what he wants than what the whole group wants making him the most irresponsible character in the book. With Ralph actually being the most responsible character in the book ,He is definitely the rightful chief but as we later learn, the right chief doesn't always get picked. Another example of Jack not being responsible as a leader was when the circle chant took place. “All at once, Robert was screaming and struggling with the strength of frenzy. Jack had him by the hair and was brandishing his knife. Behind him was Roger, fighting to get close. The chant rose ritually, as at the last moment of a dance or a hunt.”(Golding 114). This quote explains that if Jack were a proper leader he would not have let poor Robert almost get killed. Jack didn't even try to stop the feeding frenzy that was the hunters. In conclusion, with Jack's new power He does not take responsibility and is not a proper leader and is a great danger to many of the young people on the
Many of the boys want to have fun and see Jack's hunting as the fun
Jack Merridew’s intricate personality and its multiple layers are explored quite thoroughly in the William Golding’s Lord of the Flies, arguably more than that of any of the boys. Jack is a natural leader but considering his other qualities, is he really suitable to lead the boys? Even though Jack is more influential than Ralph is, he is a horrible leader and role model due to his negative traits such as his savagery, irrationality and a megalomaniac.
In chapter four of “Lord of the Flies” we see significant development in the personality and behavior of many characters. To begin, Ralph is struggling to keep things in order after he called a meeting enraged that the fire on the mountain was let out, diminishing a chance to be rescued when a ship passed by the island. Ralph possesses many leadership qualities, he is civilized and fair, and demonstrates democratic leadership on the island. While Ralph may be a good leader, it is not enough to successfully systemize the island, he is clearly struggling to have everyone work towards the goal of being rescued, especially Jack. Jack is depicted to have an intense need to kill the pig in the previous chapter, likely because of the power and dominance
A true leader is a person who takes initiative and does what is needed to lead a group of people. If they need to, they will make any sacrifices, take the ability to take control and charge of a group. Ralph displays initiative and leadership in the book, “Lord of the Flies”, by William Golding, by leading the innocent group of kids to survival.
There are no adults on the island. No one to make them feel safe when there is an unknown creature that feeds off fear. Jack takes that fear and causes a decline in the society of the boys on the island. First of all, he is stubborn. Jack is also immature and reckless. Thirdly, he is power-hungry. Lastly, Jack is driven by fear.
Leadership is a very important characteristic which consists of several unique qualities. It can be found in families, among friends, at work, and within everyday activities. Good leadership can be very productive and can create a positive atmosphere. There are several qualities that one possesses to be a great leader. In the book, Lord of the Flies, by William Golding, Ralph is the best leader. Throughout the novel Ralph shows initiative, determination, and responsibility in a way that makes him the best leader
Many people consider themselves a good leader, but that is not always the case. In the book, Lord of the Flies, there are two types of “leaders”. Throughout the story, there is a clash between the two types of leaders. Ralph, the original leader, is overthrown by Jack, a savage tyrant. If Ralph was a better leader, Jack may not have taken over.Some traits of a good leader that Ralph lacks are optimism, confidence, and awareness. Ralph would have been a better leader by keeping the boys busy and focused, being open to new ideas, and enforcing his rules.
William Golding portrayed his past through a character in his novel, Lord of the Flies; Godling brought out what he truly believed to be the "darkness" of ones heart and incorporated it into the fictional character, Jack. William Golding, according to his family, was a violent man. His family described him as being a dictator, which showed a correlation between him and the fictional character, Jack. Throughout the story, Jack was a representation of savagery. His character was blood thirsty and a manipulator. Upon their arrival to the island, Jack desired power over all things. He wanted to be the leader and in control of the boys.
A good leader is someone who cares about everyone. They are loyal, and listens to everyone’s ideas. They are smart, strong, and can make tough decisions. A good leader could fight, but a better leader can choose not to. In the Lord of the Flies, a novel by William Golding, is about a boy named Ralph who wanted to get rescued and made leadership choices based on that, but another boy named Jack who prevented rescue by splitting the group up and turning survival into a game. Ralph and Jack were meant to be in the same novel because Golding wanted to show how the wrong leadership can go wrong, and on what leader you follow can be an effect on how you survive.
The main antagonist, Jack, in the novel Lord of the Flies by William Golding can be seen as evil will the help of his physical, judgmental, and behavioral characterization. Over time Jack’s body has enhanced in ways that can be used for destructive deeds. This is shown through the change of Jack’s body and how, “Power lay in the brown swell of his forearms; authority lay on his shoulder…” (150) Physically, Jack has become a more dominant character. He is bigger than all of the boys because he does more hunting in his free time. Hunting is killing and therefore, can be portrayed as evil when not done for a purpose, such as fulfilling the need for food. Jack doesn’t just kill for food, he loves the thrill of it. Next, the way Jack is recognized
Jack was a confident kid. He knew what to do in difficult situations, and he knew how to be a leader, or so he thought. But when the people on the island chose a kid by the name of Ralph after him, it drove him to power. Now and then having so much power or so little power can drive you mad. When you have so much power it can make you feel as if you are on top of the world, and nothing an stop you or get in your way. It can go toy our head, power, it is such a luxurious possession, if you do not have enough you much more to get that luxury. That is exactly what happened to this little boy. He thought he did not have enough power, so he decided to see if he can take some for himself.
Jack shows pride by electing himself to be chief so he can be in charge. “‘I ought to be chief,’ said Jack with simple arrogance, ‘because I’m chapter chorister and head boy. I can sing C sharp.’” This quote exemplifies how Jack volunteered himself to be in charge. Jack wanted to be above everybody, so he tried to convince everyone to let him be chief. He wanted to have power and authority. “We’ll hunt. I’m going to be chief.” This is yet another quote that shows how Jack was stubborn about how he believed he deserved to be chief. He did not bother to ask the others about their opinion on who should be in charge. Instead he just appointed himself. “His tone conveyed a warning, given out of the pride of ownership, and the boys ate fast while there was still time.” This quote shows how Jack was obsessed with the power of being chief. Jack scared the other boys into respecting him as a leader. Jack shows pride in these quotes, because he shows that he believes he should be chief, because he is superior to everybody. All of the other boys chose Ralph as their leader, so Jack creates conflict by challenging Ralph as chief. Jack trying to usurp Ralph as chief shows how he was putting his needs before those of the entire group. Jack was too prideful to allow Ralph to be in charge, and constantly challenged him as a leader. This conflict gets in the way of the boys being able to work together to try to survive and get rescued.
A good leader is one who knows how to lead with control and has strong leader characteristics. In the novel Lord of the Flies by William Golding, some readers support the fact that Jack was a better leader than Ralph, but others feel that Ralph was the better leader. Although many supporters feel that Ralph is the best leader, it is evident that Jack is the better leader because he can effortlessly control the group on the island.
Lord of the Flies, written by William Golding, has four very important dynamic characters. A dynamic character is a character that develops and grows during the course of the story. Ralph, Jack, Piggy, and Simon are four dynamic characters in Lord of the Flies that adapt to their new lifestyles in different ways. Jack is a very important dynamic character in Lord of the Flies because he goes through the most changes during the novel. While on the island, Jack has many life experiences that change him forever. Jack never thought he would live his life the way he is living his life in the island. Jack’s authoritative figure, savage-like/instinctual behavior, and violence are three qualities that make Jack a dynamic character.