Ralph often pushes back his hair (moves his hair out of his eyes). What is Ralph's hair a symbol for?

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In the book, Ralph often pushes back his hair (moves his hair out of his eyes). What is Ralph's hair a symbol for?

Asked by Lider E #759920 on 3/8/2018 8:05 AM

Last updated by Aslan on 3/8/2018 3:00 PM

Answered by Aslan on 3/8/2018 3:00 PM

Ralph's hair represents the extended time they have been on the island. It also represents the lack of hygiene the boys have become accustomed to.