LOTF Chapter 7 Flashcards
What does Ralph long for?
He longs for a bath and is concerned about how dirty his clothes are, how torn they are, and how long his hair is.
What distracts the boys from the search for the Beast?
“Castle Rock”
What does Ralph daydream about?
He daydreams about going home to a nice warm, clean bed, with books to read.
When the boar charges, what does Ralph do?
He hits it with his spear.
Who volunteers to go alone through the jungle to tell Piggy the boys will return after dark?
Simon
What do Ralph, Jack and Roger find when they get to the top of the mountain?
They find the dead body of the pilot with his parachute lines tangled around rocks, causing it to move when the wind blows. They believe it’s the beastie.
When Ralph gets caught up in the pig hunt, what does his reaction tell you about him?
It indicates that he has lost his innocence and become like the rest; a savage.
What is Ralph’s opinion of his appearance as the chapter begins?
He thinks he looks sloppy and is bothered by becoming accustomed to the dirt. This indicates his desire to return to a civilized state.
Why does Simon single Ralph out when he says, “You’ll get back all right”?
He may single Ralph out because Ralph is especially tense at this point, possibly foreshadowing.
What contrast is presented by Ralph’s daydream?
It contrasts the warmth and security of his past with the ugliness of his present predicament.
How does Ralph get caught up in the irrational lust to injure and kill?
After hitting the pig with a spear, he feels that hunting is good and it makes him feel more of a man, leading to a crowd hysteria.
Why is it especially horrific when Robert says, “You want a real pig… because you’ve got to kill him”?
Although said as a joke, it is reminiscent of a human sacrifice, suggesting the boys may kill a littlun driven by mob mentality.
Why does Jack hate Ralph?
Jack resents Ralph’s leadership because he wants to be the leader himself.
How does Chapter Seven end?
The three boys see the beast, drop their sticks, and run off the mountain.
Why does the author let the reader know at the outset that it is the pilot and his parachute?
This choice focuses attention on the boys’ reactions rather than on suspense, illustrating the futility of intelligence trying to conquer fear.
