How does Golding use symbolism to convey big ideas to his readers? How did Golding connect meaning to items & locations like: the conch; the platform; the scar; the stick sharpened on both ends; Piggy’s glasses; long hair; face paint...etc.? In what way does understanding Golding’s symbolism increase the reader’s understanding of the novel/Golding’s beliefs? (Be sure to convey how at least one of the symbols listed above furthers the reader’s understanding of Golding’s main ideas.)