Ironically, even the insane and evil are doing what they innately believe is just. And in Passage A, the lieutenant plans just that. The lieutenant can be easily described as hard working, diligent, persevering, and thoughtful through many experiences and interaction he has in the novel. Even though he demonstrates all these practical qualities, he does not use them for a rational cause. “ ‘And I shall shoot as often as it’s necessary.’” (58). In this instance, the lieutenant reasons that he is benefiting the public by ridding them of religion and the final priest. However, the process in which he takes is viewed with hatred and disgust by the public. This is also another example of the theme that the lieutenant will stop at nothing to achieve
