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What sort of weapon is Jack using to hunt pigs?
What sort of weapon is Jack using to hunt pigs?
- Spear
- Five-foot sharpened stick (correct)
- Bow and arrow
- Slingshot
How does Jack know there is a pig in the creepers ahead of him?
How does Jack know there is a pig in the creepers ahead of him?
He found the fresh droppings.
How are the boys collecting drinking water?
How are the boys collecting drinking water?
With coconut shells.
Who helps Ralph with the hut building?
Who helps Ralph with the hut building?
How many huts have the boys managed to build?
How many huts have the boys managed to build?
What does Jack claim to feel behind him when he hunts?
What does Jack claim to feel behind him when he hunts?
What does Jack suggest will make him a better hunter?
What does Jack suggest will make him a better hunter?
Which boy does Jack view as odd?
Which boy does Jack view as odd?
Where does Simon go in the jungle?
Where does Simon go in the jungle?
When do the candle-buds that Simon sees bloom?
When do the candle-buds that Simon sees bloom?
Study Notes
Hunting and Weapons
- Jack uses a five-foot sharpened stick as a weapon to hunt pigs in the forest.
- He determines the presence of pigs by discovering fresh droppings in the creepers.
Water Collection and Shelter
- The boys collect drinking water using coconut shells as makeshift containers.
- Ralph receives assistance from Simon in building huts, emphasizing teamwork in their survival effort.
Hut Progress
- So far, the group has managed to construct two huts for shelter on the island.
Jack's Psychology and Transformation
- While hunting, Jack claims to feel the presence of "the beastie," indicating his growing fear and paranoia.
- He believes that painting his face for camouflage will enhance his hunting skills.
Social Dynamics
- Jack finds Simon peculiar, highlighting the social hierarchies and interactions among the boys.
- Simon seeks solitude in a concealed, hidden clearing within the jungle, suggesting his connection with nature.
Natural Phenomena
- The candle-buds Simon observes bloom at night under the stars, symbolizing beauty and tranquility in contrast to the boys' chaotic existence.
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Description
Test your knowledge on Chapter 3 of 'Lord of the Flies' with these flashcards. Each card covers key elements about the characters and events in the chapter, such as Jack's hunting methods and the boys' resourcefulness. Challenge yourself and reinforce your understanding of this classic novel.
