Lord of the Flies Chapter 8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why does Simon suggest they go back to the mountain?

What else is there to do?

How does Jack respond when Ralph calls his hunters 'boys armed with sticks'?

Jack got to his feet. His face was red as he marched away.

What does Jack do when the boys don't respond to his demand to be chief?

He slowly lost confidence and admitted he was not playing anymore.

What does Piggy suggest they do, since they can't return to the mountain to build a fire?

He suggests that they build a fire on the beach by the bathing pool. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to most of the biguns while Ralph and Piggy are busy?

They left to join Jack's group while Ralph's group was busy building the fire. Signup and view all the answers

What gift does Jack offer to help pacify the beast?

He offers the Beast the sow's head on a stake. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack ask Roger to do to a stick?

Jack asks Roger to sharpen both ends. Signup and view all the answers

Jack says, 'I'm not going to play anymore.' Are the boys playing? What is the difference between playing and reality for these boys?

No, the boys are having a meeting and Jack is saying that he doesn't want to interact with Ralph anymore. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jack use the idea of the Beast to control and direct the boys in his tribe?

He tells the boys that Ralph is a coward and they will be safe only with him. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Golding have Simon 'communicate' with the Lord of the Flies?

Simon communicates to show that The Devil and Sin were luring the boys to be savages. Signup and view all the answers

What might Simon's character represent in this novel?

Simon is a Christ-like Figure in this novel. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the exchange of power at the beginning of chapter 8.

Jack and Ralph fought and Jack left the group, leading boys to choose whom to follow. Signup and view all the answers

What does Simon suggest?

That Ralph's group deal with the beastie. Signup and view all the answers

How does Piggy change?

More confident and excited. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the boys plan on raiding Ralph's camp?

Because they need fire, want to get more people to join Jack's side, and seek the conch. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Simon goes back into the woods?

He sees Jack's group kill/behead a pig to give to the beast and hallucinates that the head is mocking him. Signup and view all the answers

What do you think he actually sees and talks to?

No one, he is just hallucinating because of the madness of being on the island. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'The Lord of the Flies?' (I am not asking you about the title of the book).

Pigs Head. Signup and view all the answers

What biblical figure can Simon be compared to?

Jesus. Signup and view all the answers

What symbolizes decay, destruction, demoralization, panic?

The Devil (Satan). Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 8 Key Events and Themes

Simon suggests a return to the mountain, highlighting the lack of options for the group.
Jack reacts defensively to Ralph's description of his hunters, showcasing his pride and anger.
Jack feels humiliated when Ralph questions his authority, leading to his declaration of no longer wanting to play with Ralph.
Piggy proposes building a fire on the beach due to the group's inability to return to the mountain.
While Ralph and Piggy focus on the fire, most of the biguns abandon them for Jack's group.
In an attempt to pacify the beast, Jack offers a severed pig's head, symbolizing their descent into savagery.
Jack instructs Roger to sharpen a stick, indicating a preparation for violence.
Jack's declaration of not playing anymore signifies a shift from childish games to serious survival and hunting endeavors.
Jack utilizes fear of the beast to assert control, labeling Ralph a coward and presenting himself as the protector.
Simon's communication with the Lord of the Flies illustrates the theme of innate human evil and the allure of savagery.
Simon represents a Christ-like figure, embodying goodness amidst the chaos.
The power struggle at the chapter's start is marked by Jack's departure, leading to a division amongst the boys.
Simon advocates for Ralph's group to confront the beast, showing his awareness of their predicament.
Piggy shows growth in confidence and eagerness as the story progresses.
The boys plan to raid Ralph's camp for fire, recruits, and the conch, demonstrating the escalating power struggle.
Simon’s return to the woods reveals his traumatic experience witnessing Jack's tribe's brutality.
Simon's hallucinatory encounter with the pig's head showcases his mental decline amidst the island's madness.
"The Lord of the Flies" refers to the pig's head, symbolizing the darkness within humanity.
Simon can be compared to Jesus, highlighting the novel's exploration of morality and sacrifice.
The presence of the devilish figure in the novel symbolizes moral decay and the loss of innocence among the boys.

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Test your knowledge of key events and character interactions in Chapter 8 of 'Lord of the Flies'. This quiz explores Simon's suggestion, Jack's reactions, and the dynamics of leadership among the boys. Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of this pivotal chapter.