The Village

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Originally posted by Bushbaby
The fact that the ranger allowed him to take the stuff is what led me to wonder if a) he was simply lazy enough to want the job and not worry about peripherals or b) knew the full story, had guessed what was up and wasn't going to interfere.

Because he was 'simple' he had either never been taught the full distinction between good and evil or was unable to comprehend it at a more fundamental level, and thus he could not fully comprehend that his actions were wrong - hence the 'quiet room' he was put into when he got too rough.

As to whether humans can be born evil - it is not supposed to be possible but I have seen evidence to the contrary that has made me wonder.

Yes, actually now that you mention it. I also wonder what made the guy decide to help the girl. Was it because he was curious, or did he realise? The fact that he was standing so long next to his vehicle after he has helped her over the wall, made me believe that he did realise what was going on. Especially after she told him what her surname is.

You are right, they were not told what is good and bad, and therefore did not know he was doing something wrong. But shouldn't he have realised this? Everytime he was placed in the quiet room, was because of something he did. I don't know.
Can you remember if he said sorry after he stabbed him?