... comes to symbolize the primordial instincts of power and cruelty that take control of Jack's tribe. Themes Themes are the fundamental and often universal ideas explored in a literary work. Civilization vs. Savagery The central concern of "Lord of the Flies" is the conflict between two competing impulses that exist within all human beings: the instinct to live by rules, act peacefully ... 's immediate desires, act violently to obtain supremacy over others, and enforce one's will. This conflict might be expressed in a number of ways: civilization vs. savagery, order vs. chaos, reason vs....

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• Grade Level: High School

... kitchen and help themselves. The woman stayed where she was, listening to them speaking among themselves, their voices thick and sloppy because their mouths were full of meat. CONFLICT Person vs. Self Mary Maloney is having a conflict with herself. This is because she loves her husband so much. She does not want him to leave her. After she killed her husband ... the living room floor. Mary makes it seems as if someone else has killed Patrick, which is a lie. Mary is trying to fight with herself for the right decision. Person vs Person Mary Maloney is having a conflict with her husband. ...

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• Grade Level: High School