Table of Contents
- 1 Why does Ralph reason that the boys will never just leave him alone?
- 2 Why does Ralph insist that they must have a fire consequently what do most of the boys do?
- 3 How does Ralph think he can escape?
- 4 What did Ralph think Jack meant by yelling got it to what was Jack actually responding?
- 5 What does Ralph consider to be the groups two main priorities?
- 6 Who says Ralph thinks you are cowards running away from the boar and the beast?
Why does Ralph reason that the boys will never just leave him alone?
Ralph knows that the boys won’t leave him alone because they are becoming more and more savage—especially Jack. Ralph is aware that the boys are no longer the boys he knew. He realizes that they have each become a “savage” under the influence of the island’s lack of accountability.
Why does Ralph insist that they must have a fire consequently what do most of the boys do?
Ralph insists that they must have a fire for a rescue signal. In order to start the fire, they take Piggy’s specs for a burning glass. Who volunteers to take of the responsibility of keeping the fire going? Jack volunteers himself and the choir to keep the fire going.
What do you believe may be the indefinable connection between Ralph and Jack?
What is the indefinable connection between Ralph and Jack? What does Jack need to destroy? Each serves as the others symbolic enemy. Jack symbolizes a descent into savagery and Ralph symbolizes society and order.
Who does Piggy argue is helpful when he doesn’t disappear in Chapter 3?
See, if they had painted faces, they could sneak up on the pigs while they’re sleeping. Oookay. Piggy lies on his stomach and stares at the water. But he does point out that Simon is the one helpful guy, whenever he’s not missing, which he tends to be quite frequently.
How does Ralph think he can escape?
Ralph hides in an indentation left by the rock that killed Piggy. He does not feel safe, so he considers another escape plan. Ultimately, he feels he has the following options for escape: He considers breaking the line, climbing a tree, or hoping they will pass.
What did Ralph think Jack meant by yelling got it to what was Jack actually responding?
When Jackie yells, “got it” what does Ralph think might have caused jacks excitement? Ralph thought that Jack saw ship. Jack was really excited because he figured out that the pigs would be in the shade during the day because of the heat.
What do Jack and Ralph disagree about when they are deciding to follow the pig run to the mountain?
Jack explains to Ralph that the boys need meat, and Ralph disagrees by arguing that shelter is more important.
What is the connection between Ralph and Jack?
The indefinable connection between Ralph and Jack in Lord of the Flies lies in the conflicting goals each boy represents. While Jack is bloodthirsty and savage, Ralph longs for order and peace. Ralph realizes that he is the one person left who impedes Jack’s desire to rule the island with savage authority.
What does Ralph consider to be the groups two main priorities?
According to Ralph, what are the groups two main priorities? They want to have fun and be rescued. What conflict arises between Jack and piggy? how does Ralph settle it?
Who says Ralph thinks you are cowards running away from the boar and the beast?
2. Jack says to his hunters: “Ralph thinks you’re cowards, running away from the boar and the beast.
What do Jack and Ralph argue about?
As Ralph and Jack argue, each boy tries to give voice to his basic conception of human purpose: Ralph advocates building huts, while Jack champions hunting. Ralph, who thinks about the overall good of the group, deems hunting frivolous.