What is the significance of Piggy's holding the conch when the boys go to claim back the glasses?

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Chapter 11

Asked by Sam M #468496 on 10/25/2015 10:44 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 10/25/2015 10:54 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 10/25/2015 10:54 PM

Piggy is attempting to assert authority, the glasses belong to him, and thus, should be returned to him.

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