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Social Order In Lord Of The Flies

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In a world of distress, the one thing that covers the troubles of the world is social order. In Lord of the Flies by William Golding, the boys' failing society proves this theory. With out social order, the boys are overcome with savagery. When the boys first gather on the island, respect is given, especially to Ralph, who has the conch. But when Jack and the choir meet Ralph's group, there is tension between the boys, though it is quickly brushed off as they assess the situation they are in. Although the boys want to have fun, they realize that they need to be effective. After the fire is lit, Jack says, "We've got to have rules and obey them. After all, we're not savages. We're English, and the English are the best at everything" (Golding
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