In the novel of lord of the flies. In chapter 1 and 2.Why are the boys not civilized or would not be civilized

Answer 1

They crashed on an island while trying to evacuate England during WW2. All they had known was war, and now there are no adults.

Answer 2

It's been a while since I read the book but they were civilized with how they conducted themselves. Later on in the book they allow the freedom to control and destroy them. There are rules set in Chapter 1, Ralph becomes chief, assemblies are called. There is an order.

I also found this information.
William Golding presented numerous themes and basic ideas that give the reader something to think about. One of the most basic and obvious themes is that society holds everyone together, and without these conditions, our ideals, values, and the basics of right and wrong are lost. Without society's rigid rules, anarchy and savagery can come to light.

Golding is also showing that morals come directly from our surroundings, and if there is no civilization around us, we will lose these values.

Other secondary themes include the following:

People will abuse power when it's not earned.
When given a chance, people often single out another to degrade to improve their own security.
You can only cover up inner savagery so long before it breaks out, given the right situation.
It's better to examine the consequences of a decision before you make it than to discover them afterward.
The fear of the unknown can be a powerful force, which can turn you to either insight or hysteria.


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