Throughout the novel, the author references different ways one can be a leader. The author implies, "Ralph spoke in a low, earnest voice. "We've got to have rules and obey them all. After all, we're not savages." (Golding 27) The quote conveys the idea that Ralph wanted to keep things organized and allow for them to stay civilized. He had created these rules to keep them from losing their civilization and to prevent them from becoming savages. He would encourage them to not waste time and be productive. This reference holds importance because it gives us a look into the way Ralph would be a leader to the group. "Bollocks to the rules! We're strong - we hunt! If there's a beast, we'll hunt it down! We'll close in the beat and beat -!" (Golding