In William Golding's "Lord of the Flies," the first attempt by the boys to maintain a signal fire is significant but ultimately chaotic. The boys use Piggy's glasses to ignite the fire, and it starts successfully, creating a large flame. However, their lack of organization and focus leads to the fire getting out of control.
The fire grows rapidly, consuming the surrounding area and indicating their inability to manage their priorities and responsibilities effectively. In this instance, the unintended consequences of their eagerness to signal for rescue result in a destructive blaze that signifies their descent into savagery and the loss of control. The first attempt at maintaining the fire serves as an early indicator of the boys' struggles with civilization and their eventual loss of structure on the island.
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