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When Jack calls a vote to get rid of Ralph as chief, none of the boys raise their hands. Why do you think that they don't respond, yet sneak off to join

Jack later?

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Answer:

They didn't want to hurt Ralph's feelings and were not ready to let go of the rules yet. Once night came and they were scared of the beast, they joined Jack since he could provide food and protection from the beast.

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Answer:

the boys are afraid of ralph hurting them

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