Lord of the Flies

The meaning behind this quote? “All at once the crowd swayed toward the island and was gone- following Jack. Even the tiny children went and did their best among the leaves and broken branches. Ralph was left, holding the conch, with no on but Piggy"

What is the meaning behind this quote? Lord of the Flies-William Goldin

Chapter 2 pg 38

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In this quote, we come to see how easily the younger boys are swayed. Jack feeds on their fears, and in turn, they follow him. Ralph, who tries to look at things logically, is left standing alone with Piggy.

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Lord of the Flies