JACK: lotf Flashcards
What does Jack’s statement ‘I ought to be chief… because I’m chapter chorister and head boy. I can sing C sharp.’ reveal?
It shows Jack’s arrogance and belief in his superiority.
What is the significance of Jack’s statement ‘We’ve got to have rules and obey them. After all, we’re not savages.’?
It is an ironic statement highlighting Jack’s initial commitment to rules.
What does the chant ‘Kill the pig. Cut her throat. Spill her blood.’ represent?
It epitomizes Jack’s descent into savagery.
What does Jack’s exclamation ‘Bollocks to the rules!’ signify?
It marks Jack’s rejection of order and embrace of chaos.
What does Jack mean when he says ‘We’ll hunt. I’m going to be chief.’?
It reveals Jack’s ambition to overthrow Ralph.
What does Jack’s statement ‘I painted my face—I stole up. Now you eat—all of you.’ illustrate?
It shows Jack’s use of hunting and the mask as tools for power and savagery.
What does the phrase ‘The beast is a hunter.’ indicate?
It manipulates the boys’ fear of the beast to strengthen Jack’s control.
What does Jack mean by saying ‘See? They do what I want.’?
It highlights Jack’s satisfaction with the boys’ submission to him.
What does the instruction ‘Sharpen a stick at both ends.’ reflect?
It reflects Jack’s descent into complete barbarism and intent to kill Ralph.
What does Jack’s statement ‘I’m not going to play any longer. Not with you.’ signify?
It marks Jack’s split from Ralph’s leadership.
