Lord of the Flies Ch. 8-10 Flashcard

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What does Jack mean when he says, 'Who thinks Ralph oughtn’t to be chief?'

Back

Jack believes being a good hunter is a characteristic of a good leader.

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What does Jack's plan to raid Ralph’s group and take their fire show us about him?

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Jack does not believe in civilization and order.

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What does the Lord of the Flies represent?

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The devil.

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What does the beast symbolize to the boys on the island?

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Their fear of the unknown.

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What does Piggy’s glasses breaking represent?

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The end of all order and civilization.

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How does Jack's leadership style differ from Ralph's?

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Jack's style is authoritarian and focused on power, while Ralph's is democratic and focused on order.

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What role does fear play in the boys' behavior on the island?

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Fear drives them to abandon civilization and embrace savagery.

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What is the significance of the conch shell?

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It represents law, order, and democratic power.

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How does Simon's character contrast with the other boys?

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Simon represents innate goodness and moral integrity.

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What does the fire symbolize in the novel?

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The boys' connection to civilization and hope for rescue.