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Describe Ralph's physical appearance.
Describe Ralph's physical appearance.
Ralph is a fair boy, 12 years old, has a flat stomach, broad muscles, and soft features on his face.
Describe Piggy's appearance.
Describe Piggy's appearance.
Piggy is fat, has a button nose, wears glasses, is overweight, and is short.
What does Piggy's constant mention of his Auntie indicate about his character?
What does Piggy's constant mention of his Auntie indicate about his character?
He depends on adults in his life to tell him what to do and what not to do.
What do Ralph and Piggy discover as they walk along the beach?
What do Ralph and Piggy discover as they walk along the beach?
What does the conch shell symbolize?
What does the conch shell symbolize?
Describe Jack Merridew's appearance.
Describe Jack Merridew's appearance.
Who is elected chief at the beginning of the novel?
Who is elected chief at the beginning of the novel?
Why was Ralph chosen chief?
Why was Ralph chosen chief?
How does Jack treat the other boys on the island in the beginning of the novel?
How does Jack treat the other boys on the island in the beginning of the novel?
How did Ralph conclude that the island was uninhabited?
How did Ralph conclude that the island was uninhabited?
Why does Jack keep insisting that 'an army - for hunting' needed to be formed?
Why does Jack keep insisting that 'an army - for hunting' needed to be formed?
How does the conch give authority to whoever holds it?
How does the conch give authority to whoever holds it?
What is Jack excited about enforcing rules?
What is Jack excited about enforcing rules?
Why is Ralph unconcerned about the 'beastie'?
Why is Ralph unconcerned about the 'beastie'?
Why is Jack unconcerned about the beastie?
Why is Jack unconcerned about the beastie?
What are the boys' two main objectives on the island?
What are the boys' two main objectives on the island?
What two groups did Jack's choir split into?
What two groups did Jack's choir split into?
Why is Piggy ignored even when he holds the conch?
Why is Piggy ignored even when he holds the conch?
Why does Jack dislike Piggy so much?
Why does Jack dislike Piggy so much?
Which boy is discovered missing at the end of chapter 2?
Which boy is discovered missing at the end of chapter 2?
At the beginning of Chapter 3, what is Jack in the process of doing?
At the beginning of Chapter 3, what is Jack in the process of doing?
Is Jack successful at hunting in the beginning of Chapter 3?
Is Jack successful at hunting in the beginning of Chapter 3?
Why are Ralph's meetings so ineffective?
Why are Ralph's meetings so ineffective?
Why do you think Jack is so intent on hunting?
Why do you think Jack is so intent on hunting?
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Study Notes
Character Descriptions
- Ralph: Fair boy, 12 years old, characterized by a flat stomach, broad muscles, and soft facial features.
- Piggy: Overweight, short, with a button nose and glasses; often overlooked by others.
- Jack Merridew: Tall and thin with red hair, wearing eccentric clothing; has a bony face with freckles and light blue eyes.
Symbolism and Themes
- Conch Shell: Represents authority and civilization; the act of holding it grants the power to speak during meetings.
- Piggy's Auntie Reference: Indicates his reliance on adults and suggests his immature nature.
Leadership and Power Dynamics
- Ralph is elected chief primarily due to his attractive appearance and the influence of the conch shell.
- Jack bullies other boys initially, using intimidation to assert dominance.
- The group splits into two main objectives: creating rules for society and working towards rescue.
The Beast and Fear
- Ralph dismisses the idea of the "beastie," believing it to be a product of imagination driven by nightmares among younger boys.
- Jack agrees with Ralph at first but eventually shows underlying fear and excitement connected to hunting.
Group Dynamics and Conflict
- Boys exhibit a lack of respect for Piggy despite his intelligence; he struggles to assert his opinions effectively.
- Jack's insistence on forming a hunting army signifies a shift towards savagery and primal instincts among the boys.
- Meetings led by Ralph are often ineffective, as boys lose focus quickly and become distracted.
Plot Developments
- A missing little boy with a facial mark emerges as a mystery at the end of chapter 2, indicating danger.
- Jack's unsuccessful attempts at hunting reflect his initial struggle for power and validation among peers.
- Jack's motivation for hunting evolves into a need to prove himself, leading to escalating tensions with Ralph.
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