LOTF Chapter 10 Flashcards

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Who is left on Ralph's side of the island?

Piggy, Sam and Eric, and littluns

About what is Ralph feeling guilty?

Being a part of Simon's death

What injuries did Samneric suffer from the night before?

Sam had a scratch on his forehead and Eric had a split lip

What is Robert's job?

Guard the entrance of Castle Rock Signup and view all the answers

What weapon does Jack's tribe have to protect the entrance of Castle Rock?

A huge rock ready to be pushed down Signup and view all the answers

What does Robert tell Roger that Jack is going to do?

Jack is going to beat Wilfred Signup and view all the answers

What does Bill ask that makes Jack blush?

What they would use to light the fire Signup and view all the answers

What does Ralph recall hearing from Simon and seeing in the sky?

Seeing the parachute man Signup and view all the answers

What do Ralph, Piggy, Samneric decide about the fire?

They will guard 2 at a time for 12 hours and they would not keep it going at night Signup and view all the answers

What happens while Piggy, Ralph, and Samneric sleep in the shelter?

Jack, Maurice, and Roger come to fight Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack steal?

Piggy's glasses Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'barmy'?

Crazy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'befoul' mean?

To make dirty Signup and view all the answers

What does 'illumination' refer to?

Lighting or light Signup and view all the answers

What does 'purge' mean?

To wash away impurities Signup and view all the answers

What does 'assimilate' mean?

To absorb fully or make one's own Signup and view all the answers

What is 'theology'?

Study of religion and religious ideas Signup and view all the answers

What does 'falling action' refer to?

The resolution of conflicts Signup and view all the answers

Who is the protagonist in a story?

The leading character or one of the major characters Signup and view all the answers

What is an antagonist?

A character or force in conflict with the main character Signup and view all the answers

What is an allusion?

A reference to another work of literature, person, or event Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Dynamics

Ralph's side of the island consists of Piggy, Sam, Eric, and the littluns, representing a group trying to maintain order.
Ralph is haunted by guilt over Simon's death, reflecting the moral conflict among the boys.

Injuries and Abuse

Samneric sustained injuries during the previous night, with Sam having a scratch and Eric a split lip, indicating escalating violence.
Jack's intention to beat Wilfred showcases the increasing brutality and power struggles within the group.

Power and Control

Robert's role is to guard the entrance of Castle Rock, symbolizing the shift in power dynamics led by Jack's tribe.
Jack's tribe is prepared to push a large rock to protect Castle Rock, showing tactical aggression.

Fire Management Decisions

Ralph, Piggy, and Samneric decide to maintain the fire by guarding it with a rotation of two at a time for 12 hours, abandoning night monitoring, reflecting dwindling hope for rescue.

Conflicts and Violence

While Piggy, Ralph, and Samneric are sleeping, Jack, Maurice, and Roger plan an attack, highlighting the ongoing conflict within the groups.
Jack's theft of Piggy's glasses represents a direct assault on the remaining civilization and order among the boys.

Vocabulary Knowledge

"Barmy" refers to being crazy, emphasizing the descent into madness experienced by the characters.
"Befoul" means to make dirty, indicative of the moral decay on the island.
"Illumination" relates to light, possibly symbolizing knowledge or truth.
"Purge" describes the act of cleansing or getting rid of impurities, relevant to the theme of societal breakdown.
"Assimilate" involves fully absorbing or adopting ideas, relevant as characters grapple with their identities in isolation.
"Theology" involves the study of religious ideas, which might tie into themes of morality and belief present in the novel.

Literary Concepts

"Falling action" is the narrative phase following the climax, where resolution begins, crucial for understanding story structure.
"Protagonist" refers to the main character, Ralph, who struggles with leadership and morality.
"Antagonist" involves characters opposing the protagonist, primarily Jack, symbolizing chaos.
"Allusion" denotes references to other works, enhancing deeper literary connections and themes within the text.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 10 from 'Lord of the Flies' with these flashcards. Each card explores key characters and pivotal moments that impact Ralph and the group. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of the themes and events in this crucial chapter.