In the novel Lord of the Flies, by William Golding, Ralph symbolizes orderly, law-governed society. From the first chapter of the novel when Ralph discovers, identifies and retrieves the conch, his character remains closely associated with the conch, which he uses to call the meetings on the platform and which also confers authority on the boys to speak in turn at the meetings. Ralph becomes the boys' elected leader, a role which requires him to make the laws. He also attempts to maintain order and enforce the rules. As the story progresses, however, Ralph loses authority and eventually gives up trying to enforce rules. As Jack's power rises and Ralph's declines, orderly society is replaced by savagery and chaos.
Piggy is Ralph's best ally but he does not stand up for Piggy.
Stand Up and Deliver - 2013 Ralph Harris - 2.4 was released on: USA: 5 November 2013
Stand Up and Deliver - 2013 Ralph Harris 2-4 was released on: USA: 5 November 2013
Ralph Kramden's wife was Alice Kramden. She was portrayed by actress Audrey Meadows in the television series "The Honeymooners." Alice was known for her quick wit and ability to stand up to Ralph's antics with humor and grace.
The argument between Jack and Ralph shows that Ralph values order, rules, and civilization on the island. It demonstrates his natural leadership qualities and his desire to maintain a sense of democracy and fairness among the boys. Ralph's willingness to engage in conflict with Jack also suggests his ability to stand up for what he believes in and his determination to do what is right.
Because Ralph doesn't hide his emotions, he expresses them freely. When he is ecstatically happy he stands on his head and when he is angry he loses his temper. Ralph 'wears his heart on his sleeve' for all to see and they know exactly where they stand with him.
He makes a stand against Jack and the choir boys because they had not acted upon their responsibility of keeping the fire going.
Because Ralph doesn't hide his emotions, he expresses them freely. When he is ecstatically happy he stands on his head and when he is angry he loses his temper. Ralph 'wears his heart on his sleeve' for all to see and they know exactly where they stand with him.
Ralph shouts "Wacco!" while standing on his head in "Lord of the Flies." This moment is a demonstration of his playful side and desire to maintain a sense of humanity and normalcy amidst the chaos on the island.
Ralph stands up to Jack at Castle Rock because he is determined to maintain order, protect the well-being of the group, and uphold the rules they have established. He confronts Jack's violent and chaotic leadership by asserting his authority as the elected chief and trying to reason with him to prevent further descent into savagery. Ultimately, Ralph's stand represents his commitment to civilization and his refusal to succumb to the brutal impulses of the boys on the island.
At the end of chapter 5: Beast from Water Piggy told Ralph how he felt about Jack, I quote... "He hates me. I dunno why. If he could do what he wanted--- you're alright, he respects you. Besides-- you'd hit him." Piggy also said... "I tell you what. He hates you too, Ralph---" And... "He can't hurt you: but if you stand out of the way he'd hurt the next thing. And that's me."
He makes a stand against Jack and the choir boys because they had not acted upon their responsibility of keeping the fire going.