Let's take Simon from "Lord of the Flies" and place him into Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein." In this new narrative, Simon's innate goodness and moral sensibilities would drive him to empathize deeply with Victor Frankenstein's creature, seeing beyond its monstrous exterior to the suffering and isolation it endures. Motivated by his understanding of the inherent struggles of both the creature and Victor, Simon would advocate for communication and reconciliation rather than violence. His presence would likely shift the story's focus from tragedy and despair to themes of compassion and the potential for redemption, as he strives to bridge the gap between creator and creation. This could lead to a more hopeful resolution, emphasizing the importance of connection and understanding in the face of societal rejection.
Pick any character from this unit and pretend that they were put into another story from this semester.
What do they do? Explain their motivation and how you think the story would change with the new character. (3-5 sentences)
Ralph, Piggy, Simon, Roger, Or Jack
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