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In a literary work, the setting can have major effect on character. It can also play a role as an underlying major conflict of a story. In the novel, "Lord of the Flies", the setting, being a deserted island in the middle of nowhere, takes effect in influencing character behavior and mentality. Eventually, the setting sets up the environment where "survival of the fittest" becomes crucial. Through the setting, author William Golding portrays the characters' …

…terrors in the dark and huddled together fro comfort". This reflects their fear of being alienated on the island. In conclusion, the setting had considerable effect in the development of character. The boys went from civilized people to uncivilized. Being alienated on the island, it brought out the evil and chaos inside them. From hunting for food, to the killing of Simon indicates that they have lost their innocence and moral values of human kind.