Jack, one of the main characters in "Lord of the Flies," by William Golding is an excellent example of a dynamic character. Most of the British boys stranded on the island transition from a civilized to a savage personality. Jack is included in the boys that transition to violence. Jack is introduced in the book as the head of a choir group. This makes him seem like a calm guy. He is presented in a way that shows he is a ruthless leader. Jack is a nominee against Ralph, who is another main character in the book, to be chief on the island. Jack says, "[I] ought be chief" (22). This quote shows ...

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