Uncas And Magua Compare And Contrast Essay
Uncas and Magua are obviously very dissimilar characters possessing different traits, personalities, and modus operandi. Uncas is a hero whereas, Magua is a villain. However, they both share some similar qualities as both are handsome, smart, strong, and valiant warriors. The greatness and fame achieved by these two varying characters are a testament to the fact that success can be achieved irrespective of personality; you can succeed no matter who or what you are.
Uncas and Magua have different traits and personalities. Uncas is quiet, reserved and speaks only when asked or spoken to, usually by his father. During the search for Cora and Alice, Hawkeye, fearing they have missed their way asks Uncas for his input. Uncas looks to his father for approval to speak and keeps silent till he “bade him speak” (Cooper ch. 21). Uncas constantly maintains a reticent manner except when in battle. On the other hand, Magua is a very skilled orator. He knows how to inspire and incite his people. After Heyward, Alice, Uncas, …show more content…
These two fighters are valiant, strong and easy on the eyes. They both have native intelligence that aid them in being smart trackers. Uncas is a full-blooded Indian, fully aware of his habitat and its’ inhabitants along with all its sounds. A skill that helps him and his companions in anticipating and escaping attacks from their enemies. He aids Chingachgook and Hawkeye in trailing the Hurons and their captives and Hawkeye confesses to Heyward that they “might indeed, have lost trail, had it not been for Uncas” (Cooper ch. 12). Likewise, Magua’s native knowledge and tracking skills enables him to efficiently trail his enemies as well as avoid capture since he always covers his track. Magua does it so cleverly that Heyward unwillingly admits to his brilliance (ch. 18). Even as contrasting as both warriors are, they have some common qualities that make them prestigious, formidable
Uncas and Magua have different traits and personalities. Uncas is quiet, reserved and speaks only when asked or spoken to, usually by his father. During the search for Cora and Alice, Hawkeye, fearing they have missed their way asks Uncas for his input. Uncas looks to his father for approval to speak and keeps silent till he “bade him speak” (Cooper ch. 21). Uncas constantly maintains a reticent manner except when in battle. On the other hand, Magua is a very skilled orator. He knows how to inspire and incite his people. After Heyward, Alice, Uncas, …show more content…
These two fighters are valiant, strong and easy on the eyes. They both have native intelligence that aid them in being smart trackers. Uncas is a full-blooded Indian, fully aware of his habitat and its’ inhabitants along with all its sounds. A skill that helps him and his companions in anticipating and escaping attacks from their enemies. He aids Chingachgook and Hawkeye in trailing the Hurons and their captives and Hawkeye confesses to Heyward that they “might indeed, have lost trail, had it not been for Uncas” (Cooper ch. 12). Likewise, Magua’s native knowledge and tracking skills enables him to efficiently trail his enemies as well as avoid capture since he always covers his track. Magua does it so cleverly that Heyward unwillingly admits to his brilliance (ch. 18). Even as contrasting as both warriors are, they have some common qualities that make them prestigious, formidable