1. While first talking about Simons death, Piggy tries to convince himself and Ralph thag it was all an accident. He states "He [Simon] hadn't no business crawling like that out of the dark...it was an accident" (Golding 157). However, Ralph believes that it was murder. He admits it when he tells Piggy "that was murder" (Golding 156). Ralph feels guilty and is unsure of what to do. Piggy again tries to convince him that the death was caused by the boys being scared but Ralph argued "I wasn't scared...I was--I don't know what I was" (Golding 156). Samneric can't bear to think of this awful moment and they deny that they were present to avoid the guilt. Sam repeats "Yes. We were very tired so we left early." (Golding 158).
2. One major difference is Ralph knew the reality of what he did and he felt guilty about it. He said "Don't you understand, Piggy? The things we did-" (Golding 157). On the other hand Jack believes that it was the beast disguised as Simon. "He came-disguised. He may come again even though we gave him the head of our kill to eat. So watch; and be careful." -Jack (Golding 160). While Ralph feels remorse and guilt Jack saw it as an act of defense which is justifiable.
3. Robert replies "He didn't say. He got angry and made us tie Wilfred up" to Roger when he asked why Wilfred needs to be beaten (Golding 159). When Jack orders Wilfred to be beaten it shows his authority and power. Also when the boys obey Jack without any reason or motive shows their devotion toward their new leader.
Jack is now the chief because he has the most power. He has the ability to start the rescues fire and a majority of the boys listen to him now.
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