Lord of the Flies Chapters 7-9 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Summarize the hunt that takes place in chapter 7. What is different about this hunt?

This hunt is different because the boys track down a wild boar. Ralph throws a spear at the boar and wounds him. Ralph's excitement during this hunt reveals that he also has a natural inclination to hunt.

What does Simon volunteer to do? What does this reveal about his thoughts of the beast?

Simon volunteers to go back to camp alone while it is dark outside because he is not afraid of the beastie. He is not afraid because he knows fear comes from within.

What frightening discovery do the boys make at the end of chapter 7?

At the end of the chapter, the boys find what they think is the beastie. It is a large, ape-like creature that moves.

Identify and explain two ways that Ralph is changing.

Ralph is changing because he is becoming more primitive and he enjoyed the hunt. He is also losing some ground as a hunter. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jack get angry at Ralph? What does Jack do in response?

Jack gets angry at Ralph because the two cannot see eye-to-eye. Jack storms off and says that he will not play with the boys anymore. Signup and view all the answers

Jack suggests a way to keep the beast happy. What is it?

To keep the beast happy, Jack says they must provide an offering for it. The offering is the sow's head on a spear. Signup and view all the answers

Who or what is the Lord of the Flies?

The Lord of the Flies is the sow's head on a spear. It represents the boys' inner darkness. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Simon's encounter with the Lord of the Flies. What symbolic meaning does this have?

After experiencing an epileptic episode, Simon speaks with the Lord of the Flies. The Lord of the Flies tells Simon the truth. This symbolizes the true meaning behind the story: that there is inner darkness within everyone. Signup and view all the answers

How is the beginning of chapter 9 foreshadowing? What do you think it foreshadows?

The incoming storm foreshadows that something bad might happen. Student answers will vary. Students may think that a character will die. Signup and view all the answers

What does Simon learn about the beast? What does he do to the beast?

Simon learns that the beast is really just the dead parachutist. He sets the parachutist free. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Simon when he returns to tell the group?

When Simon returns to the group to tell the boys about the beast, he is brutally murdered by all of the boys. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the storm that hits the island at the end of the chapter on a literal and symbolic level.

On a literal level, the storm is a large storm that carries Simon's body and the dead parachutist away. Symbolically, the storm signifies a coming change, a dark change, on the island. It is foreboding. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Bravado' mean?

A bold manner intended to impress Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Clamber' mean?

To climb in an awkward way Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Flounder' mean?

To struggle while moving Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Impervious' mean?

Not allowing fluids to pass Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Impalpable' mean?

Unable to be felt by touch Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Rueful' mean?

Expressing sorrow or regret Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Sanctity' mean?

Quality of being sacred Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Sodden' mean?

Saturated with liquid Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Tremulous' mean?

Shaking or quivering slightly Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Wallow' mean?

To indulge in an unrestrained way Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 7-9 Overview

The hunt in chapter 7 is significant as the boys pursue a wild boar, marking Ralph's initiation into primal instincts with excitement when he wounds the animal.

Simon's Character

Simon volunteers to return to camp at night, showcasing his fearlessness regarding the beast, rooted in his understanding that fear is internal.

Discovery of the Beast

At the chapter's close, the boys discover what they believe is the beast, depicted as a large, ape-like creature, heightening their terror.

Ralph's Transformation

Ralph experiences a change towards a more primitive nature and revels in the hunt, indicating a loss of civility and authority.

Conflict Between Ralph and Jack

Jack’s anger towards Ralph stems from their inability to agree, leading Jack to disengage from the group, asserting independence.

Offering to the Beast

Jack proposes that to appease the beast, they should make a sacrifice, specifically the sow's head on a spear, emphasizing a descent into savagery.

Concept of the Lord of the Flies

The Lord of the Flies, symbolized by the sow's head, embodies the boys' inherent darkness and moral degradation.

Simon’s Epiphany

After confronting the Lord of the Flies post-epileptic episode, Simon comprehends the internal darkness within humanity, symbolizing profound truth in the narrative.

Foreshadowing in Chapter 9

The approaching storm serves as a harbinger of impending doom on the island, hinting at chaos or death, as speculated by characters.

Truth about the Beast

Simon discovers that the beast is merely the deceased parachutist and liberates the body, reflecting his poignant understanding of reality.

Simon's Fate

Upon returning to share his revelation with the group, Simon meets a tragic fate as he is mistakenly killed by the frenzied boys.

Symbolism of the Storm

The storm carries away both Simon's body and the dead parachutist, literally indicating turmoil and symbolically suggesting an ominous shift within the island's dynamics.

Vocabulary Definitions

Bravado: A display of boldness to impress or intimidate.
Clamber: Awkwardly climb or move in a laborious manner.
Flounder: To struggle with clumsy or hesitant movements.
Impervious: Resistant to the passage of fluids.
Impalpable: Cannot be physically sensed by touch.
Rueful: Expressing sorrow or regret in a subtly humorous way.
Sanctity: The quality of being holy or sacred.
Sodden: Fully soaked or saturated.
Tremulous: Slightly shaking or quivering.
Wallow: To indulge in something without restraint.

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Test your knowledge on key events and character actions from chapters 7 to 9 of 'Lord of the Flies'. These flashcards cover significant moments like the hunt and insights into Simon's character. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of these pivotal chapters.