A plane of school boys flying over the ocean is most likely shot down, and lands on an island. It leaves a scar in the land and then drifts out to sea. This scar is representative of the effects of man on nature. This island seems peaceful and idyllic, but has dark undertones. Dead palm trees and rotten coconuts litter the ground, as well as creepers and sharp sticks in the jungle. It is significant that young boys were chosen. Boys at this age are likely to be savage, without the maturity of an adult. They do not wish to follow the rules society has set for them. The hierarchy that will be created represents the barbarism of human society. Ralph, the story's protagonist, finds himself on this island followed by another boy. While talking, the boy reveals to Ralph …show more content…
He begs Ralph not to tell anyone of his nickname, and Ralph simply laughs at the name. Piggy has the maturity to realize that the boys are in danger and something must be done to find help, but Ralph absentmindedly answers that his father will save them and is excited to be in this "paradise" without adults. Ralph does not take Piggy seriously, and instead does childish things such as running around pretending to be a plane. Once a conch shell is found in the water, Piggy suggests to blow through it to round up the other boys. Many boys come on their own, drawn by the sound, and gather around Ralph. A group of choir boys comes marching down the beach, strictly lead by a boy by the name of Jack Merridew. A choir boy named Simon faints from the exertion and heat, so Jack lets the choir join the other boys around Ralph. When Piggy is addressed as “Fatty,” Ralph blurts out the name Piggy, and the boys become hysterical. The boys agree that in order to survive a chief should be chosen. Jack, a very controlling and natural