Lord of the Flies Chapter 3 Annotations

Questions and Answers

What is the comparison in page 49?

The silence of the forest was more oppressive than the heat.

What does the quote: 'You wouldn't care to help with the shelters, I suppose?' mean?

Jack wouldn't care to help the shelters because he was obsessed about meat.

What does the line: 'Now the antagonism was audible' mean?

The conflict between Ralph and Jack was verbal.

What does the quote 'So we need shelters as a sort of--' 'Home.' mean?

Ralph thinks the littleuns need a hut because they're afraid of the beast. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote: 'But you can feel as if you're not hunting, but - being hunted,' mean?

Jack's talking about fear. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote: 'Rescue? Yes, of course! All the same, I'd like to catch a pig first-' mean?

He doesn't care about building huts. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote: 'I thought you saw a ship!' infer to?

Random, somebody's not listening. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote: 'I was talking about smoke! Don't you want to be rescued? All you can talk about is pig, pig, pig!' mean?

Ralph's frustrated because all Jack wanted to talk about is pigs. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote: 'He's queer. He's funny.' mean?

Jack is talking about Simon. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote: 'If I could only get a pig!' mean?

Jack got frustrated that he couldn't catch and kill the pig. Signup and view all the answers

What does the line: 'Simon found for them the fruit they could not reach, pulled off the choicest from up in the foliage, passed them back down to the endless, out-stretched hands.' mean?

He's helpful, kind, good, and all of the things that Jack is not. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 3 Key Annotations and Quotes

The silence of the forest creates an oppressive atmosphere, emphasizing the growing tension among the boys.
Jack shows a clear prioritization of hunting over the construction of shelters, showcasing his obsession with meat rather than cooperation.
The phrase "Now the antagonism was audible" highlights the escalating verbal conflict between Ralph and Jack, marking a shift from initial camaraderie to rivalry.
Ralph believes shelters are essential for the little ones' sense of safety, as they fear the mythical beast.
Jack’s statement about feeling hunted reflects a deeper theme of fear that underlies the boys' experiences on the island.
Jack’s indifference towards building huts reveals his fixation on hunting, suggesting a division of priorities among the group.
"I thought you saw a ship!" expresses Ralph's frustration with Jack's lack of focus on their primary goal—rescue.
Ralph's exasperation is evident in "Don't you want to be rescued? All you talk about is pig," highlighting the clash between survival necessities and primal instincts.
Jack’s comment about Simon being "queer" illustrates the group's tendency to perceive differences with suspicion, hinting at Simon's uniqueness.
Jack's frustration about not being able to catch a pig illustrates his deepening obsession with hunting, showcasing the deteriorating societal structure among the boys.
Simon's nurturing actions, such as gathering fruit for others, establish him as a symbol of kindness and goodness, contrasting with Jack's violent tendencies.

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Explore key quotes and analyses from Chapter 3 of 'Lord of the Flies'. This flashcard set focuses on significant lines and their meanings to enhance your understanding of the text. Perfect for those studying character dynamics and themes in this classic novel.