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The semblance of order imposed by Ralph and Simon quickly deteriorates as the majority of the boys turn idle and begin to develop paranoias about the island, referring to a supposed monster, the " beast ", which dwells nearby.

Jack, who has started a power struggle with Ralph, gains control of the discussion by boldly promising to kill the beast.

At one point, Jack summons all of his hunters to hunt down a wild pig, drawing away those assigned to maintain the signal fire.

After the fire burns out, a ship passes by the island, but does not stop as it has seen nothing amiss.

Angered by this, Ralph considers relinquishing his position, but is convinced not to do so by Piggy.