Lord of the Flies Chapter 7 Flashcards

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What does Ralph long for?

He really wants to take a bath.

What distracts the boys from the search for the Beast?

Castle Rock

What does Ralph daydream about?

About going home to a nice warm, clean bed, with books to read.

When the boar charges, what does Ralph do?

Hits it with his spear. Signup and view all the answers

Who volunteers to go alone through the jungle to tell Piggy the boys will return after dark?

Simon Signup and view all the answers

What do Ralph, Jack, and Roger find when they get to the top of the mountain?

They find the dead body of the pilot. Signup and view all the answers

When Ralph gets caught up in the pig hunt, what does his reaction tell you about him?

That he has lost his innocence and become like the rest; a savage. Signup and view all the answers

What is Ralph's opinion of his appearance as the chapter begins?

He thinks he looks sloppy, and it bothers him to realize that he is becoming accustomed to the dirt. Signup and view all the answers

Simon says twice to Ralph, 'You'll get back all right.' Is there a reason he singles Ralph out?

He may be singling Ralph out because Ralph is especially tense at this point. Signup and view all the answers

At this point, what contrast is presented by Ralph's daydream?

It serves to contrast the warmth and security of what was with his present predicament. Signup and view all the answers

How does Ralph get caught up in the irrational lust to injure and kill?

He decides that hunting is good and feels like it made him more of a man. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it especially horrific and savage when Robert says, 'You want a real pig...because you've got to kill him'?

The idea is very primitive, reminiscent of a human sacrifice. Signup and view all the answers

Later, Ralph asks Jack why Jack hates him. Why does he?

Jack resents that Ralph is the leader because he wants to be. Signup and view all the answers

How does Chapter Seven end?

The three boys see the beast, drop their sticks, and run off the mountain. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you suppose the author lets the reader know at the outset that it is the pilot and his parachute, not a beast that the boys find?

The reader focuses attention on the boys' reactions. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ralph's Longing for Civilization

Ralph feels increasingly uncomfortable with his dirty appearance and torn clothes, longing for a bath and a return to civilization.

Distraction from the Beast Hunt

The boys are distracted from their search for the Beast by the allure of "Castle Rock."

Daydreams of Home

Ralph daydreams about the comforts of home, wishing for a warm bed and books, highlighting his yearning for normalcy.

Confrontation with the Boar

During an encounter with a boar, Ralph unexpectedly feels a rush as he strikes it with his spear.

Simons's Journey

Simon volunteers to navigate through the jungle alone to inform Piggy about the boys' delayed return.

Discovery at the Mountain

Ralph, Jack, and Roger find the dead body of a pilot at the mountain's top, mistaking the tangled parachute for the Beast.

Loss of Innocence

Ralph's participation in the pig hunt signals his loss of innocence and descent into savagery, aligning him with the other boys.

Concerns Over Appearance

Ralph's awareness of his disheveled appearance fuels his desire to return to a civilized state; he acknowledges a troubling acceptance of decay in both himself and the other boys.

Simon's Unique Assurance

Simon reassures Ralph specifically with, "You'll get back all right," which may emphasize Ralph's heightened tension or serve as foreshadowing.

Contrast of Daydreams

Ralph's daydream juxtaposes the warmth and innocence of his past life against his current harsh reality.

Engaging in Bloodlust

After wounding the pig, Ralph feels empowered by the hunt, signaling a shift from innocence to a primal urge to kill, evidenced by the chant "kill the pig" that escalates into mob hysteria.

Dark Humor in Danger

Robert's joking reference to using a littlun as a real pig hints at the boys' primitive instincts and foreshadows potential violence from mob mentality.

Jack's Hatred for Ralph

Jack's resentment towards Ralph stems from his perceived loss of power as leader; this rivalry develops amidst the group's struggles.

Climactic End of Chapter

The chapter concludes with the boys' terrifying encounter with the Beast, causing them to panic and flee the mountain.

Author's Intentional Suspense

The revelation that the Beast is a dead pilot encourages the reader to focus on the boys' reactions to fear rather than create suspense, illustrating the futility of reason against primal fear.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 7 from 'Lord of the Flies' with these flashcards. Explore Ralph's emotions, distractions from the Beast, and his daydreams of home. Perfect for understanding key themes and character motivations in this chapter.