LOTF Chapters 3-4 Flashcards

Chapter 3 Events

• Jack actively hunts for pigs, showcasing a shift toward savagery.
• Ralph and Simon attempt to build shelters, highlighting the struggle for civilization.
• The signal fire is neglected, causing Ralph frustration towards Jack's priorities.

Jack's Hunting Comparison

• Jack is likened to an ape and a dog, emphasizing his primal instincts.

Water Collection Method

• The boys ingeniously use coconuts to store fresh water, demonstrating resourcefulness.

Littluns' Activities

• Littluns spend their days bathing, eating, and playing, reflecting their innocence and carefree nature.

Ralph's Anger

• Ralph's madness stems from the group's failure to maintain the signal fire, symbolizing the loss of order.

Ralph and Jack's Argument

• The conflict centers on whether to prioritize hunting or tending the signal fire, revealing differing leadership styles.

Perception of the Beast

• Jack expresses belief that a beastie is following him, representing growing fear among the boys.

Hunting Strategy

• Jack concludes that behaving like an animal and using camouflage will enhance his hunting skills.

Simon's Description

• Simon is small, skinny, with a pointed chin and bright eyes, indicating vulnerability yet also insight.

Simon’s Uniqueness

• Unlike the others, Simon possesses a deep understanding of the human spirit and shows no fear of the beastie.

Fear Among the Boys

• Escalating fear is evident, particularly towards the forest, shifting the boys' behavior and psyche.

Simon's Solitude

• Simon wanders off to ensure Piggy is not left alone with the littluns and to communicate plans.

Authority of the Conch

• Littluns obey Ralph due to his leadership and the symbolic power of the conch.

Henry's Play

• Henry engages with objects washed ashore, demonstrating childlike exploration.

Roger and Henry

• Roger disturbs Henry by throwing rocks, suggesting early signs of violence and power dynamics.

Percival's Nervousness

• Percival, a littlun, struggles to speak in meetings due to his anxiety, illustrating the stress of isolation.

Beach Scene

• Percival, Henry, and Johnny are introduced as they play on the beach, establishing their camaraderie.

Jack's Face Paint

• Jack uses face paint as camouflage for hunting, symbolizing the transformation into savagery.

Colors of Face Paint

• The three colors used by Jack are red, white, and black, signifying a dramatic shift in identity.

Hunter's Chant

• The chant, "Kill the pig. Cut her throat. Spill her blood," encapsulates the boys' descent into barbarism.

Piggy’s Social Isolation

• Piggy is marginalized due to his weight, glasses, asthma, and annoying personality traits, marking him as an outsider.

Killing the Pig

• The exhilaration of killing a pig is compared to the satisfaction of a long drink, highlighting the thrill of violence.

Simon's Kindness

• Simon is the only boy who shares his food with Piggy, showcasing his inherent kindness amidst brutality.

Daily Rhythm on the Island

• The boys’ routine consists of playing, hunting, and fitful sleeping, indicating a chaotic lifestyle.

Jack's Treatment of Piggy

• Jack's obsession with power leads him to bully Piggy physically and verbally, demonstrating the cruelty of leadership contests.

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