Ralph
Ralph is elected chief because of his confidence, appearance, and possession of the conch.
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Spoiler-freeRalph is elected chief because of his confidence, appearance, and possession of the conch. He wants rescue and gradually learns that leadership requires tedious work other boys do not value. He participates at the edge of Simon’s killing and carries guilt afterward. Hunted by Jack’s tribe, he reaches the beach and is rescued. His final breakdown shows that survival has not restored his earlier innocence.
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