We all know that one person that is always determined to get their way no matter the circumstance. Whether they use bribery, pleading, or influence they always find a way. In “Morality Play” Martin has mastered the art of influence. He is admired by his peers which causes him to have this power over them. The first time he was seen as controlling was when they sat by the fire to eat and the conversation about the food took place: “Why then did we spend so freely on the mutton?” Springer asked, a childish question because he had known the cost full well before but been greedy for the meat. Now, with his belly full, he was reproachful. “We must keep in good heart,” Martin said. It is my belief that he spent the money on purpose so as to …show more content…
Another example of Martin’s charisma appears when, “Martin glanced round at us once more, but briefly. His expression was calm now, and grave. “Good people,” he said, “we must play the murder.” At first, the other characters were reluctant, because of ethical reasons. Once he explained that they would need to earn money they all agreed to help him. Once the play is ready to be put on, the actors begin to improvise and make up their own murder story as they go. This causes many people to freak out, and causes others to actually investigate the murder to find out what really happened. When people started asking questions instead of assuming things on their own. Eventually, people believed the real murderer was William instead of the mother or a monk. If Martin hadn’t put on the play, or if people hadn’t come to see it, the mother would have been falsely accused of murdering her own child. There have been many charismatic leaders in contemporary history, but one influential leader of contemporary history would be Martin Luther King Jr. He inspired many Americans to peacefully fight for equality among whites and African Americans. He became so influential and powerful in a short amount of time and many people were intimidated by that. Once Martin Luther King Jr. gave his “I Have A Dream” speech, changed America