Peer pressure in "Blackrock".

Discuss how peer pressure influences the actions and behavior of the characters represented in the play, "Blackrock". What is the influence of adult role models that are available to these young people. In the play, blackrock by Nick Enright, peer pressure plays a major part in the horrific crimes that these otherwise ordinary boys commit. When Ricko first comes to town he begins to assert himself over the rest of the group, then when he …

…not to blame. Peer pressure plays a significant role in the events of blackrock, it is an integral part of this groups culture. It is used by several individuals during the course of the play, in order to fulfil their own needs. The adults that act as role models do not do well, most instead enforce (although often unconsciously) the sexist roles that each gender plays, which, eventually is the reason the crime was committed.