If one were to ask me which character I most likely resemble, the answer would simply be Ralph. I chose Ralph out of all the other characters in the book because if I were to be in his situation I would also try to survive using civilized ways. I don't know if its because I'm a total valley girl who's idea of being one with mother nature is walking to Starbucks, but I feel that living in a civilized manner will allow a larger amount of people to survive together. Ralph for instance wanted to build a signal fire and shelter first, by insisting these things the reader can clearly see that he bases his comforts on the taboos of civilization. Trapped on an island I would also first think of these things because the signal fire can help me get off the island as soon as possible and the shelter can help provide a temporary place to sleep so I could wake up the next to handle other things like collecting food and water.
Knowing me I'll most likely lead others in some way, its just bound to happen. I'm just a generally bossy person, and as Darwin's theory of natural selection states, those who are the superiors will control what will happen to the weak inferiors. Another reason why Ralph, out of all the characters, resemble me is he is more on the gentle side, instead of being mean and savage-like like Jack, he is more calm and treats others with more respect. He doesn't put anyone under him on purpose. Even when it seems like he doesn't care much for Piggy's input, he didn't do it on purpose.
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