Ralph's Loss Of Innocence In Lord Of The Flies

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This is easiest theme of the play to observe as it is crucial to the advancement of the plot. The harsh elements and realities of the boys’ island leads them from civil order to savagery and violence. Many of the boys cannot even kill animals the first time they go hunting, even Jack. But soon, they become blood-hungry hunters fighting for survival. Although Ralph holds onto his civility, his scene during his rescue where he realizes what evil humans are capable of represent his loss of innocence.

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