Being Civilized In The Most Dangerous Game By Richard Connell

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By Dictionary.com’s definition, being civilized is “having an advanced or humane culture, society, etc.” or to be “polite, well-bred, or refined.” The connotation of civilized is different, and varies by the person asked. Being civilized could be plain and simple: to be a rich, mannered person or society that utilizes technology; personality or culture has nothing to do with it. Being civilized could also mean to be a kind and respectful person or society, tolerating and respectful of others. Most people believe the latter, that you have to act certain ways and believe certain things to be civilized. In the story “The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell, the reader faces a situation where they can decide whether or not the antagonist in

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