Read this detail from Lord of the Flies.

When Ralph blows the conch to call a meeting, the boys who appear are wearing war paint.

How does this detail help develop the theme that without anyone to enforce the rules, order will break down?


It reveals that the boys are holding meetings and making decisions.

It demonstrates that the boys are planning their rescue.

It reflects the fact that the boys are living lives of constant celebration.

It shows how the boys are conducting themselves as uncivilized brutes.