The Difference between Actions and Thoughts
             The difference between Rieux's response and that of Paneloux is simple it is demonstrated by there different choices. A terrible thing had occurred and it was difficult to deal with, Rieux and Paneloux are two individuals with different attitudes, background, and ideas. How anyone would respond to something horrific, which disturbs the daily routines will always vary.
             There are those who are not affected by the changes, they notice changes in their environment but will adapt to the situation and continue with their daily routines. Rieux was an advocate for this group he fit the plague into his regular routine and attempted to continue normally as though he had received no disturbance in his life. There are also those who discuss the problem, but then neglect to take any action to bring about to a resolution. Paneloux would be considered their spokesmen, one can distinguish that from the words in his first sermon. He would condemn the people of Oran calling all who were infected sinners but still he took no action to correct he problem. Finally there are those who contemplate the situation. They realize that there has been a change, that things have taken a turn for the worst, as they dwell on it they begin to feel compelled to react. These are they who take action to accomplish what need to be resolved to right the wrong done against them, they dedicate their lives, there thoughts, and there bodies to fighting for the cause. Both Rieux and Panleoux became revolutionaries after the death of the child. The difference was demonstrated by there hard work and dedication to helping victim of the plague. People's responses to different trials and tribulations vary by there willingness to escape their comfort zone and take the necessary actions. They were all affected by the same event whether there view was that of a conformist, activists or a revolutionary the only difference is ...