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What is the meaning of the quote: “‘ Aren’t I having none?’ Jack had meant to leave him in doubt, as an assertion of power; but Piggy by advertising his omission made more cruelty necessary.” ( Chapter 4 pg 73-74)

Lord of the Flies

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Jack is exercising his power over the boys. Jack can give or withhold food. Jack purposely skips Piggy. When Piggy asks, he can be even more cruel. Jack is manipulating both Piggy and the other boys with food.