One of the main reasons that Jack should not be chief is pointed out by Golding when Jack arrives with his choir. His meanness is not unnoticed by the rest of the boys. This is the reason why they do not elect him in the first place, despite the fact that his choir all voted for him. Of course from the rest of the novel we also know that he becomes a savage, violent ruler...
One of the main reasons that Jack should not be chief is pointed out by Golding when Jack arrives with his choir. His meanness is not unnoticed by the rest of the boys. This is the reason why they do not elect him in the first place, despite the fact that his choir all voted for him. Of course from the rest of the novel we also know that he becomes a savage, violent ruler bent on maintaining control by using fear, not a healthy attitude for a leader.
Simon has a great deal going for him but also has physical flaws that might prevent him from ever gaining the trust and respect of the rest of the boys. His fainting at the first meeting and subsequent fits make it easy for the rest of the boys to dismiss his insight and understanding. Given that Ralph, with his physical charisma and more practical outlook cannot maintain control, it is highly doubtful that Simon could do better.
And Piggy is the most clear-headed thinker of the group but cannot be taken seriously because of his weight. And once Ralph shares with everyone that his nickname is Piggy, he is destined to be ridiculed and cannot be seriously considered as a leader.
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