Differences Between Jack And Ralph In Lord Of The Flies

Register to read the introduction… When Piggy asks for some, Jack says,
“You didn’t hunt.” (p. 78) Neither Ralph or many of the littluns hunted yet they still received their portion of meat. This cruel treatment was to be directed only at Piggy. Jack’s behavior towards Piggy shows that he is incapable to understand other people, a good leader would have taken care of all his followers. Ralph understands that he must treat everyone as equals or he will not be respected and is a better leader than Jack because of this knowledge.

In conclusion, Ralph is a better leader than Jack even though he is weaker. Ralph has proven to have a much better understanding of people and their needs and this makes him a much better leader than Jack. With Ralph’s understanding of the need for order and rules, he improves the society in which the boys are living in. Jack’s society was barbaric and savage and met none of these needs, Also, Jack treated the boys very badly and as inferiors. Ralph, on the other hand was able to treat the boys all equally and with respect. Ralph’s priority to get off the island demonstrates his wisdom and ability to make good decisions. Although