Blog Entry Mon. Sept. 30/19 2-What is the “sign” that comes “down from the world of grownups?” (p. 95). Analyze its literal as well as figurative meanings. 3- When the hunters let the fire go out, Ralph asks, “Hasn’t anyone got any sense? We’ve got to relight that fire…. Or don’t any of you want to be rescued?” (p. 102). Do the boys want to be rescued? What reasons might there be to reject civilized society? 4- What might be Golding’s purpose in including the mock hunting scene where Robert is surrounded by the other boys?