Lord of the Flies

Why did the balance of power between Ralph and Jack shift after Sam and Eric spotted the "beast"?

Chapter 6

Asked by
Last updated by jill d #170087
Answers 1
Add Yours

The power between Ralph and jack shifts because Jack is willing to seek out and acknowledge the beast. He plays on the boys' fears..... he may not believe in the beast, but he can use it to his advantage..... leading the younger boys to think that he is the one they can ultimately depend upon.

Source(s)

Lord of the Flies