LOTF Chapter 7-12 PLOT Flashcards

Simon and Ralph's Interaction

• Simon reassures Ralph by stating, "You'll get back to where you're from," providing comfort amidst chaos.

Ralph’s Reaction to the Hunt

• Ralph's excitement during the pig hunt is surprising given his civilized nature compared to others.

Robert's Near-Death Experience

• During the boar hunt, Robert is nearly killed when the boys, mistaking him for a boar while he pretends to be one, throw spears at him.

Jack's Suggestion for Hunting

• Instead of utilizing a real boar, Jack suggests using a littleun, showing his increasing savagery.

Jack's Challenge to Ralph

• At an assembly, Jack criticizes Ralph's leadership by comparing him unfavorably to Piggy; however, immediate action is not taken against Ralph's authority.

Group Division

• Ralph's followers include Piggy, Sam, Eric, Simon, and the littluns, while Jack's group consists of Roger, Robert, Maurice, Bill, and the bigger boys.

Relocation of Signal Fire

• Ralph and Piggy move their signal fire to the beach due to fear of the beast residing on the mountain.

Emergence of Cruelty

• Jack declares himself chief after killing a sow, with Roger revealing particularly brutal tendencies during the hunt.

The Lord of the Flies

• The Lord of the Flies refers to a pig's head surrounded by flies, symbolizing decay and moral decline.

Dialogue Between Simon and the Lord of the Flies

• The Lord of the Flies tells Simon that he is the beast, illustrating the darker instincts within the boys and foreshadowing their descent into savagery.

Simon’s Realization

• After waking in the jungle, Simon attempts to inform the others that the beast is merely a dead parachutist, illustrating his understanding and clarity.

Jack's Invitation to Join His Tribe

• Jack invites Ralph's followers to his feast, emphasizing fun, and is partially successful in enticing them away.

Weather Foreshadowing

• The dark, rainy weather in Chapter 9 foreshadows upcoming tragic events, reminiscent of their crash's aftermath.

Misidentification of Simon

• The boys mistakenly perceive Simon as the beast during the frenzy, leading to tragic consequences.

Ralph and Piggy's Participation

• Both Ralph and Piggy partake in the chaotic dancing and chanting, indicating a loss of innocence and accountability for Simon’s fate.

Fate of Simon’s Body

• Simon's body is carried out to sea, symbolizing both the loss of innocence and the destruction of civility in the boys.

Responsibility for Actions

• Ralph acknowledges their collective guilt in Simon’s death, while Piggy deflects responsibility, claiming it was an accident.

Remaining Members of Ralph’s Tribe

• After the events, Ralph's group consists solely of himself, Piggy, and SamnEric, highlighting the dwindling support for civility.

Location of Jack's Tribe

• Jack's tribe establishes their base at Castle Rock, signifying a shift towards more violent governance.

Denial of Responsibility

• Jack's tribe refuses to take responsibility for Simon's death, deceitfully labeling him as the beast in disguise.

Raid on Ralph and Piggy’s Camp

• The hunters raid their camp to steal Piggy's glasses, an act driven by the need for fire, representing the struggle for power.

Symbolism of Piggy’s Glasses

• The theft of Piggy’s glasses represents the complete loss of clarity, reason, and civility among the boys.

Ralph’s Confrontation with Jack

• Ralph brings the conch shell to Castle Rock as a symbol of order and civilization in an attempt to negotiate.

Fate of SamnEric

• SamnEric are captured and coerced into joining Jack's tribe, showcasing the loss of autonomy and power dynamics at play.

Piggy’s Tragic End

• Piggy is killed when Roger pushes a boulder, demonstrating the depths of savagery and brutality that have taken root.

Representation of Roger

• Roger embodies the savagery and darkness inherent in human nature, becoming a harbinger of chaos.

Destruction of the Conch Shell

• The shattering of the conch symbolizes the near-total collapse of civilization and order within the group.

Ralph's Encounter with the Lord of the Flies

• Ralph punches the Lord of the Flies and takes the stick as a weapon, indicating his transition from passive to active defense.

Ralph and the Twins’ Interaction

• The twins inform Ralph that Roger possesses a sharpened stick, revealing the imminent danger he faces and the depth of Jack’s tyranny.

This quiz contains flashcards summarizing key events and character interactions from Chapters 7 to 12 of 'Lord of the Flies'. It focuses on Simon's reassurance of Ralph, Ralph's unexpected excitement during the pig hunt, and the incident involving Robert. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the novel's pivotal moments.