"What makes things break up the way they do?" When humans are put into the most extreme of environments, they will resort to anything to survive, even if it breaks them away from civilization. Lord of The Flies uncovers the evil within any civilization.

When Ralph is put in charge, it seems as though everyone feels unified by this decision, but there is some resentment. Jack, the leader of the choir, feels that he is a better leader than Ralph. When the struggle for leadership is evident, Ralph organizes a vote. When Jack loses, you can see his resentment; "The freckles on Jack's face disappeared under a blush of mortification."(15) Another example of the struggle for leadership is when Jack creates a new tribe of his own. He leaves Ralph, Samneric, and Piggy to fend for themselves.

Piggy represents what little civilization they have...