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Why would Ralph be considered a good leader in the novel Lord of the Flies by William Golding?

Although Ralph is not the most successful leader, he possesses several important attributes that qualify him as a good leader. One important trait that Ralph possesses is the ability to prioritize paramount issues, such as rescue and survival.He continually encourages the boys to maintain the signal fire and works tirelessly building shelters and collecting water. Ralph also tells the boys that there is a chance for rescue and establishes rules that allow everyone an...

Although Ralph is not the most successful leader, he possesses several important attributes that qualify him as a good leader. One important trait that Ralph possesses is the ability to prioritize paramount issues, such as rescue and survival. He continually encourages the boys to maintain the signal fire and works tirelessly building shelters and collecting water. Ralph also tells the boys that there is a chance for rescue and establishes rules that allow everyone an equal chance to be heard. His democratic tendencies prove that he cares about each individual on the island and his encouraging comments give the boys a sense of hope. Ralph does not waiver or compromise his stance in the face of adversity. He is a strong-willed individual who is not afraid to voice his displeasure with Jack. Ralph also possesses courage, which is another significant leadership quality. He bravely leads the way while the hunters are exploring unknown parts of the island, and challenges Jack's authority in front of the savages. Most importantly, Ralph does not give into Jack's tyrannical influence. Ralph remains a pillar for humanity and chooses to oppose Jack's barbaric tribe. Ralph has an unwavering sense of purpose and ends up escaping Jack's savages.

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