Main events of chapter 3

Jack that the boys are not working hard to build the shelters. The little ones-referred to now as "littluns," are hopeless, spending most of their time bathing or eating.

Ralph admits that even if he called a meeting, the group would agree to five minutes of work and then "wander off to go hunting."

Simon wanders alone in the jungle. He gives the boys fruit, then proceeds along the path into the jungle. He finds an open space and looks to see whether he is alone. This open space contains great aromatic bushes, a bowl of heat and light.