Lord of the Flies

Why is the chapter titled "The Sound of the Shell?" What significance does this have?

Chapter 1

Asked by Carat125 on 30 Oct 16:43

Last updated by Cat on 30 Oct 16:45

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Answered by Cat on 30 Oct 16:45

The conch is found in this chapter. Piggy has the idea to use it to call the other boys on the island for a meeting. The conch becomes a symbol of togetherness and democracy.