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What does blatant mean?
What does blatant mean?
done openly or unashamedly
What does belligerence mean?
What does belligerence mean?
aggressive or war-like behavior
What does impalpable mean?
What does impalpable mean?
unable to be felt by touch
What does myriad mean?
What does myriad mean?
What does ravenous mean?
What does ravenous mean?
What are the three colors Jack uses on his face?
What are the three colors Jack uses on his face?
What is the effect the mask has on Jack?
What is the effect the mask has on Jack?
Describe how the boys react to Jack's mask.
Describe how the boys react to Jack's mask.
What is an example of a simile in the text?
What is an example of a simile in the text?
Savagery vs. civilization (Theme)
Savagery vs. civilization (Theme)
What is Henry doing when Roger comes upon him?
What is Henry doing when Roger comes upon him?
What happens to Percival, one of the little ones?
What happens to Percival, one of the little ones?
What do the boys do in the midday?
What do the boys do in the midday?
What do the boys do in the evening?
What do the boys do in the evening?
What is the mood during the evening routine?
What is the mood during the evening routine?
What do the boys do during the morning routine?
What do the boys do during the morning routine?
What is the last major event of the chapter?
What is the last major event of the chapter?
Why do the boys fail to be rescued?
Why do the boys fail to be rescued?
What is Henry's mood as he plays?
What is Henry's mood as he plays?
Who is playing on the beach?
Who is playing on the beach?
What is the mood during midday?
What is the mood during midday?
What is the mood during the morning?
What is the mood during the morning?
Why is Piggy an outsider?
Why is Piggy an outsider?
What are the words of the hunter's chant?
What are the words of the hunter's chant?
Who gives Piggy meat?
Who gives Piggy meat?
How does the sentence length 'the fire was dead' affect tone?
How does the sentence length 'the fire was dead' affect tone?
Whose fault is it that the fire is out?
Whose fault is it that the fire is out?
The feeling of killing the pig is compared to what?
The feeling of killing the pig is compared to what?
What happens to Piggy's glasses?
What happens to Piggy's glasses?
Which character is kind and thoughtful towards all of the boys—even Piggy?
Which character is kind and thoughtful towards all of the boys—even Piggy?
How does Jack treat Piggy?
How does Jack treat Piggy?
Why does Roger throw stones around Henry?
Why does Roger throw stones around Henry?
Why is it likely that Ralph and Jack will not be able to work together?
Why is it likely that Ralph and Jack will not be able to work together?
What is the pattern of life on the island?
What is the pattern of life on the island?
Study Notes
Vocabulary Definitions
- Blatant: Open and unashamed behavior.
- Belligerence: Exhibits aggressive or war-like demeanor.
- Impalpable: Refers to something that cannot be physically felt.
- Myriad: Signifies a countless or infinite number of items.
- Ravenous: Describes an extreme hunger sensation.
Characters and Themes
- Jack's Face Paint: Uses black, red, and white to create a mask.
- Mask's Effect on Jack: Liberates Jack from shame and self-awareness.
- Boys' Reaction to the Mask: Initially shocked; the mask draws their attention yet appalls them.
Symbolism and Imagery
- Simile Example: "Like moths on a tree trunk" illustrates helpless attraction.
- Savagery vs. Civilization: Contrast highlighted by the child's protection from societal structures and the breakdown of Roger's civilized restraint.
Events and Moments
- Henry's Activity: Engages in poking at sea creatures at the water's edge when Roger approaches.
- Percival's Breakdown: Experiences a mental collapse, isolating himself in a shelter for two days, plagued by nightmares of the beast.
- Boys' Midday Activities: Retreat to shade to escape the intense heat.
- Boys' Evening Routine: Sleep is restless, often haunted by nightmares, creating a menacing atmosphere.
Mood and Atmosphere
- Midday Mood: Described as odd and mysterious.
- Morning Mood: Pleasant and hopeful ambiance contrasts with evening tension.
Group Dynamics and Conflict
- Piggy as an Outsider: Identified due to physical weaknesses, social awkwardness, and distinctive accent.
- Hunter's Chant: "Kill the beast. Cut her throat. Spill her blood." reflects the boys' descent into savagery.
- Simon’s Kindness: Only character who shows kindness by sharing meat with Piggy.
- Jack's Treatment of Piggy: Exhibits verbal abuse and physical dominance toward Piggy, reinforcing social hierarchies.
Key Events Leading to Conflict
- Fire Incident: The fire goes out, resulting in a missed opportunity for rescue when a ship is spotted. Blamed on Jack and his hunters.
- Impact of Killing the Pig: The experience likened to the satisfaction of a refreshing drink, highlighting the thrill of savagery.
- Piggy's Glasses: Shattered during a confrontation with Jack, symbolizing the loss of civilization and clarity.
- Roger's Act of Stone Throwing: Shows internal conflict; desires violence but refrains due to the remnants of moral upbringing.
Relationships and Power Dynamics
- Ralph and Jack's Relationship: Strain between them escalates; Ralph aligns more with Piggy, distancing from Jack.
- Island Life Pattern: Life follows a rhythmic pattern shaped by daily heat cycles—morning, midday, and evening—affecting boys' behavior.
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