The conch shell represents civilization. Since the day they found it they’ve decided that’ll be the one way they can communicate with each other without interrupting. Everyone has the right to use it, but just because they’re talking doesn’t mean they have each other’s attention.
The fire represents hope, hope for one day to get the opportunity to get rescued from the island. The fire is located on the top of the mountain, which is also known as the highest point. When the ship passed by it seemed as if a dream came true. That was until they noticed that Sam and Eric didn’t continue the fire on the mountain. That’s when their hopes for being rescued disappeared.
The huts represent home, which could have a deeper meaning than shown. As mentioned Ralph and Simon were struggling to build the huts because it kept falling down since there wasn’t much support. It foreshadows how the boys ended up on the island but are now struggling since everyone wants to goof off instead of putting work in. Just like the huts for now they’re okay, but later on who knows if they’ll survive.
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