Who volunteers to go back through the forest alone What path do the rest of the boys decide to take?

In William Golding's "Lord of the Flies," Ralph volunteers to go back through the forest alone after their initial exploration. The rest of the boys decide to take the path toward the mountain, where they hope to find the beast that has been causing fear among them. This decision reflects their growing division and descent into savagery, as they choose to confront their fears together, while Ralph's choice underscores his isolation and sense of responsibility.