Question

question 5 (1 point)
refer to the following passage from chapter 9. -> which word or phrase from the passage best reveals the boys motivation for joining in this chant as the storm approaches?
a circling movement developed and a chant. while roger mimed the terror of the pig, the littluns ran and jumped on the outside of the circle. piggy and ralph, under the threat of the sky, found themselves eager to take a place in this demented but partly secure society. they were glad to touch the brown backs of the fence that hemmed in the terror and made it governable.
a partly secure society
b demented
c circling movement
d threat of the sky

Explanation:

The boys join the chant due to a need for security. "Partly Secure Society" indicates their motivation as they seek safety in the group - activity during the approaching storm.

Answer:

A. PARTLY SECURE SOCIETY