Piggy Lord Of The Flies Character Analysis

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True leadership is defined by one's ability to take control, maintain others, and to direct others efficiently, not by physical limitations or stature. In today's modern society, this is the case for many; People are distinguished based on physical appearance. Looks have absolutely no influence on leadership attributes and on whether a specific task will be accomplished. In William Golding's novel Lord of the Flies, a character named Piggy, is a perfect example of how one might not be physically attractive, but has qualities that are most fitting to be a leader of a large group. Piggy is by all means the most qualified of Jack and Simon, two other possible leaders, to be leader because of his intelligence, rationality, and patience. Piggy is without a doubt the most intelligent of the group. If a leader is not smart and able to make logical decisions, then a group will have …show more content…

Piggy was the only one who was willing to listen to problems of others, especially the littluns, because Ralph and many others felt as if they didn't deserve any respect. Also, when the young boy with the “mulberry colored birthmark” wanted to speak, Ralph refused to give him the conch. However, with Piggy’s sympathetic instinct, he insisted that the boy have a right to speak by urging Ralph to give up the conch. This attribute of patience and the ability to stop and listen serves well for unity. Even Simon turns to Piggy for comfort because he knows that Piggy will give him his full attention without laughing at him. After Jack abandons the group and the boys collaborate on what to do next, Simon wants to speak. Like the boy with the birthmark, Simon is too shy and his voice is squandered by the pressure of the group. He immediately sought and received empathy from Piggy. The caring of others and being able to put others first are two tremendous qualities in being a strong

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