"There are about three hours left until it gets dark. We have to rush to make the raft and row across the lake. We will camp on the other side tonight." Just after a short rest upon finishing their meal, Leonard started urging everyone to build the raft.
This directive was wildly broad, and the newcomers didn't know what to do. They hadn't even been divided into teams yet, so they all stood still, waiting and observing each other.
Maggie returned to David's side, tugged his sleeve, and conveyed Tang Zheng's question. David frowned, clapped his hands to attract everyone's attention, and said, "Form your own groups voluntarily, and finally gather on the other side of the lake."
The newbies quickly looked around at the others standing in the temporary camp. Various thoughts surged into their brains while those with quick reactions started considering the advantages and disadvantages of teaming up with certain people, aiming to pick out the best teammates.