Ralph represents people's good intentions, the "good side" of people, opposite of Jack, who represents savagery and the "bad side".
if I remember right it is because piggy was afraid they would steal his glasses to make fire.
he says it would be a good place to live
Ralph
It represents authority.
Golding, the author, refers to a dead pig's head which has been stuck on a spike as the symbolic "Lord of the Flies." It also represents the evil in everyone.
In "Lord of the Flies," the dance represents the boys' descent into savagery and loss of civilization. Led by Jack, the dance becomes more frenzied and violent, culminating in the killing of Simon during a chaotic ritual.
Simon represents Jesus Christ
The "Lord of the Flies" symbolizes the evil and savagery that exists within each person. It represents the darkness and destructive impulses that can emerge when civilization and order break down.
The Lord of the Flies itself to Simon
It represents the devil and translated into Hebrew means Beelzebub. it also represents the boys fear and evil within
In "Lord of the Flies," the conch symbolizes order, civilization, and democracy. It represents the boys' ability to maintain a sense of unity and organization on the island.
Jack represents unbridled savagery and the desire for power.