Question

What does this discussion about the conch indicate regarding the theme of civilization and savagery?'

‘I’m chief,’ said Ralph tremulously. ‘And what about the fire? And I’ve got the conch–’ ‘You haven’t got it with you,’ said Jack, sneering. ‘You left it behind. See, clever? And the conch doesn’t count at this end of the island–’ (172-173).

Answer 1

the conch shell loses its power and influence among them, which is mirrored by its physical condition.