The Plague Takes Everything

I agree with Paulo’s interpretation of the plague’s affect on the townspeople. Whereas before not many people were taking the plague seriously, now it is affecting every part of their life; whether they like it or not. The plague is not only affecting those torn away from their families – it is all encompassing, and as Paulo said, affects everyone in every aspect of their life. The plague has closed the gates, affecting the transfer of food – a physiological need. It has robbed the citizens of safety – everyone lives in fear of contracting it. People cannot even find true safety in their homes; the air they breathe poses a threat. The plague has taken away all feelings of safety from the villagers.  It has separated families and lovers – robbing people of their need for love. Not only has it separated them physically by the closing of the gates, but it has separated them both emotionally and permanently as well. Families on the other side of the gate have no clue as to whether their loved ones are alive or not; the plague has caused complete emotional isolation. Lastly, it has stolen from the population any esteem the citizens may have had - any pride they had. It has turned the population into cowards – everyone fears the disease, whether they voice their fear or not. The plague has taken everything from the town.