Question

Ralph moved impatiently. The trouble was, if you were a chief you had to think, you had to be wise. And then the occasion slipped by so that you had to grab at a decision. This made you think; because thought was a valuable thing, that got results.Only, decided Ralph as he faced the chief's seat, I can't think. Not like Piggy.

Once more that evening Ralph had to adjust his values. Piggy could think.
Which best identifies the purpose of this passage and explains how Golding uses language to accomplish it?

A.The purpose is to show that Ralph is jealous of Piggy; Golding uses language to show Ralph's inner thoughts, which reveal this.

B.The purpose is to show that leaders are formed through hard work; Golding uses language to show that Ralph struggles to grow into his leadership role.

C.the purpose is to show that Ralph is incapable of being a good leader; Golding uses language to expose Ralph's self-doubts.

D.The purpose is to show that Piggy is most capable of leading the group; Golding gives the reader access to Ralph's thoughts to show this.

Answer 1

The answer is most definitely  B

Answer 2

B.The purpose is to show that leaders are formed through hard work; Golding uses language to show that Ralph struggles to grow into his leadership role.

Step-by-step explanation:

Ralph understands that Piggy has a capacity that he doesn't and this is a piece of the issue with having Ralph as boss. He perceives that Piggy's capacity to think ahead and separate things is an advantage, yet he neglects to perceive Jack's charm as a threat.