Character Actions and Motivations in Lord of the Flies

In Chapter 4 of 'Lord of the Flies', the boys' descent into savagery continues. The littluns play with sandcastles, which Roger and Maurice destroy. Roger shows early signs of aggression by throwing stones at Henry. Jack paints his face for hunting, feeling liberated from shame. Ralph discovers the signal fire is out as a ship passes, missing a chance for rescue. Tensions rise as Ralph confronts Jack, leading to Piggy's glasses being broken.

What is the title of Chapter 4 in 'Lord of the Flies'?

• Beast from Water

• Fire on the Mountain

• Painted Faces and Long Hair

• The Sound of the Shell

Who are the Littluns playing with sandcastles?

• Ralph, Jack, and Simon

• Henry, Perel, and Johnny

• Piggy, Maurice, and Roger

• Sam, Eric, and Bill

What do Roger and Maurice do to the Littluns' sandcastles?

• They decorate them

• They ignore them

• They destroy them

• They help build them

Why does Maurice feel uncomfortable after destroying the sandcastles?

• He knows he has behaved badly

• He is tired from playing

• He is worried about the Littluns

• He is afraid of getting caught

What does Roger do while Henry is exploring the tide pools?

• He throws stones near Henry

• He helps Henry

• He calls for Jack

• He builds sandcastles

Why doesn't Roger hit Henry with the stones?

• He is distracted by Jack

• He is afraid of getting in trouble

• He is still a little civilized

• He misses his target

What does Jack plan to use for camouflage?

• Leaves and branches

• Animal skins

• Mud and grass

• Red and white clay with charcoal

How does Jack feel after painting his face?

• Happy and content

• Free from shame and self-consciousness

• Angry and frustrated

• Ashamed and self-conscious

What does Piggy suggest to Ralph?

• To explore the island

• To hunt for food

• To make a sundial

• To build a raft

What does Ralph see that excites him?

• A new island

• A passing ship

• A group of dolphins

• A large bird