Why is the chapter entitled

Question

"the sound of the shell"

Asked by Legend on 3/17/2012 4:53 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 3/17/2012 4:55 PM

Answered by Aslan on 3/17/2012 4:55 PM

This is because they use the conch to call the other boys. The conch shell becomes a major symbol of democracy and "civilized" government.