Questions and Answers
What is Castle Rock?
The rocky area Ralph and Jack discovered at the end of Chapter 6 that Jack and his hunters use as their base.
What does Piggy decide to do after Jack steals his glasses?
Piggy decides to go up to where Jack and his hunters were and demand his glasses back.
What is Ralph's response when Piggy, Sam, and Eric suggest that they paint themselves?
Ralph says that him, Piggy, and the twins won't be painted because they aren't savages.
What is Jack's reaction when Ralph calls him a thief?
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What are Piggy's last words? Quote the speech directly and completely.
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How does Piggy die?
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What becomes of Piggy's body after he dies?
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What becomes of the conch after Piggy dies?
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What is Jack's reaction to Piggy's death?
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What is Ralph's reaction to Piggy's death?
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Study Notes
Castle Rock
- A rocky area discovered by Ralph and Jack; serves as the base for Jack and his hunters.
Piggy's Decision
- After Jack steals his glasses, Piggy approaches Jack's group to demand the return of his glasses.
Ralph's Stance on Painting
- Ralph, along with Piggy and the twins, rejects the idea of painting themselves, asserting they are not savages.
Jack's Aggression
- When Ralph accuses Jack of theft, Jack responds aggressively by attempting to stab Ralph.
Piggy's Final Words
- Piggy criticizes the others, emphasizing the importance of civilization and rules over savagery and violence.
Circumstances of Piggy's Death
- Piggy is killed when Roger releases a boulder that strikes him, causing him to fall onto sharp rocks.
Aftermath of Piggy's Death
- After his death, Piggy's body is carried away by the sea, symbolizing the loss of order and civility.
The Fate of the Conch
- The conch shatters into fragments upon Piggy’s death, representing the end of order and the rise of savagery, indicating its loss of significance.
Jack's Response to the Incident
- Jack seizes the moment, asserting his authority as the sole chief due to the absence of the conch.
Ralph's Reaction
- Ralph reacts to Piggy's death with panic, indicating the profound impact of the loss on him.
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Explore key themes and events from William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'. This quiz delves into character decisions, conflicts, and the symbolic elements that represent civilization and savagery. Test your understanding of the narrative's critical moments and the implications of Piggy's fate.