Lord of the Flies

the quote in chapter 5: "If faces were different when lit from above or below - what was a face? What was anything?" Below, explain the significance (the importance/meaning) of this quote. Mention TECHNIQUES USED in the quote when explaining the quote'

the quote in chapter 5:
"If faces were different when lit from above or below - what was a face? What was anything?"
Below, explain the significance (the importance/meaning) of this quote.
Mention TECHNIQUES USED in the quote when explaining the quote's significance.

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Golding is using a metaphor to explain Ralph's frustration with human nature. Ralph is experiencing how fickle and dishonest the boys are. He sees that he cannot trust what most of the boys say and do.

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