Lord of the Flies Chapter 11 Flashcards

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What do Samneric fear about the savages' war paint?

They understand that the painted faces allow the savages to do things Jack and the hunters would not ordinarily do.

What does Piggy's speech reveal about his lack of understanding of life on the island?

Piggy believes Jack will respond to logical argument, persuasion, and do what is right and return the glasses.

Why does Ralph refuse to paint their faces?

He refuses because we aren't savages.

Trace the progression of Roger's savagery in this chapter.

He begins by throwing a stone at Samneric but aims to miss, then throws rocks at Piggy and Ralph, and finally dislodges the large rock that kills Piggy. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the changes in the depiction of the conch. How is Piggy portrayed at the moment of his death?

The conch goes from being a symbol of authority to being shattered, and Piggy is compared to a pig after being killed. Signup and view all the answers

What dichotomy does Piggy point out to the hunters?

He asks which is better: savagery, hunting and killing, or sensibility, stability, and rescue. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'nameless authority' that clings to Roger?

He is the tribal executioner and relishes his job. Signup and view all the answers

How does the tribe respond to Piggy's death?

They become more bloodthirsty rather than feeling guilty about it. Signup and view all the answers

Although it is totally ineffective, what does Piggy urge Ralph to do?

To call an assembly and blow the conch. Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Piggy say he is going to give Jack for why he should give him back his glasses?

He is going to say that he should get his glasses because it's the right thing to do. Signup and view all the answers

What does Piggy suggest they can do with their hair?

Tie it back. Signup and view all the answers

What is Ralph's response to this suggestion?

He thinks they're going to look like girls. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ralph do once at the entrance of the Castle Rock?

He kicks a rock into the sea. Signup and view all the answers

What does Roger do to the twins when they first arrive at the Castle Rock?

He throws a rock between them. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ralph call Jack that angers him?

A thief. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in response to Ralph calling Jack this name?

Jack tries to stab him with his spear. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Samneric?

They were grabbed and tied up by the savages. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Piggy?

He got hit by the boulder and fell off the cliff. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Ralph?

He gets chased into the forest with spears by the savages. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fear of Savagery

Samneric fear the savages' warpaint, recognizing it as a source of liberation into savagery for Jack and the hunters.

Piggy's Misunderstanding

Piggy naively believes that logical reasoning and persuasion will sway Jack to return the stolen glasses.

Ralph's Resistance to Savagery

Ralph refuses to paint his face, asserting that their identity as civilized individuals distinguishes them from savages.

Roger's Descent into Savagery

Roger initially throws stones at Samneric without intent to harm, but his actions shift to deliberately violent behavior, culminating in Piggy's death.

Conch and Piggy's Demise

The conch transforms from a symbol of authority to a relic of fragility. Its shattering symbolically coincides with Piggy's death, paralleling Piggy's physical twitching to that of a slain pig.

Ethical Dichotomy

Piggy challenges the hunters, questioning whether savagery or sensible stability should prevail, highlighting a fundamental moral conflict.

Roger's Authority

Roger embodies a "nameless authority" as the tribal executioner, revealing his enjoyment in his violent role and foreshadowing a potential power struggle with Jack.

Reaction to Piggy's Death

Piggy's fatal fall instigates a bloodthirsty reaction among the savages, who feel no guilt, only eagerness for further violence.

Assembly Urge

Despite the futility, Piggy insists that Ralph call an assembly using the conch to restore order.

Glasses Justification

Piggy plans to argue for the return of his glasses to Jack, appealing to the notion of what is right.

Hair Management Suggestion

Piggy suggests they tie back their hair, indicating a desire for order amidst chaos.

Ralph's Dismissal

Ralph dismisses Piggy's idea about their hair, perceiving it as a juvenile concern.

Action at Castle Rock

Upon arriving at Castle Rock, Ralph expresses frustration by kicking a rock into the sea.

Roger's Intimidation

As Ralph and the twins arrive, Roger attempts to intimidate them by hurling a rock between them.

Insult to Jack

Ralph provokes Jack by calling him a thief, a statement that ignites Jack's anger.

Escalation with Jack

In response to the insult, Jack attempts to stab Ralph with his spear, escalating tension.

Fate of Samneric

Samneric are captured and bound by the savages, indicating their complete loss of autonomy.

Piggy's Tragic End

Piggy is struck by a boulder dislodged by Roger, resulting in his fall off the cliff and death.

Ralph's Escape

Ralph is pursued into the forest by the savages, facing imminent danger as the conflict escalates.

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