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In 'The Lord of Flies,' in a conversation with Ralph and Simon, Jack admits that sometimes when he is hunting, he has the feeling he is being hunted himself. He understands this is just a feeling, so he dismisses the thought.
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∙ 14y agoJack admits that he feels as if he is not the hunter but the one being hunted. its on pg 68 in my book but here is the quote: "If you're hunting sometimes you catch yourself feeling as if--" He flushed suddenly. "There's nothing in it of course. Just a feeling. But you can feel as if you're not hunting, but--being hunted, as if something's behind you all the time in the jungle."
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∙ 11y agoNo, the boys at this point in the novel seem to have no remorse for what happened. The only people that seem to suffer with guilt is Ralph and Piggy. The murder of Simon is seldom mentioned at it seems to be a taboo topic. Jack says that it was beast in disguise and the beast could come in disguise again so they had to be prepared - he uses the boys fear of the beast to control them. Jack having the leading role in killing Simon paired with him offering protection from the beast allows him to make all of the boys abandon ralph and dessert to his own tribe where he being a fear governed Dictatorship.
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What is the main character?
Ralph is the main character, with Jack, Piggy, Simon, and Samneric following close behind.
Ralph says of Simon ''he's queer. he's funny.'' what kind of boy is Simon?
Ralph says this maybe for sake of conversation, but Simon is in many ways diffrent from most of the boys. Though all of the boys on the island seem to like Simon he stays away and goes to his secret bower in the forest to be alone and have his epeleptic fits. Simon is supposed to be the christ figure in the novel because he is kind to all the boys, stands up for piggy, and even has a conversation with the Lord of the Flies (the devil) in the jungle just as Jesus did. Simon has very bright eyes and coarse black hair. He is the bravest of all of them.
Who has more power at the end of the chapter jack or Ralph chapter 4?
It changed because everytime Ralph would give Jack anal, Jack would constantly tell him to stop going so hard, because it hurts.
Why do Ralph and Jack both insist on going after the beast?
Ralph feels that it is his duty as chief to go and look for the beast. Uppermost in Ralph's mind is the need to relight the fire so that they can be rescued, he views the beast as an obstacle which is preventing this. Jack is the self appointed head of the hunters and as the task involves hunting and tracking he is an obvious choice to go too. Jack also wishes to be leader, so he can't allow Ralph to gain prestige from doing something alone, Jack wants his full share of any glory.Ralph feels that it is his duty as chief to go and look for the beast. Uppermost in Ralph's mind is the need to relight the fire so that they can be rescued, he views the beast as an obstacle which is preventing this. Jack is the self appointed head of the hunters and as the task involves hunting and tracking he is an obvious choice to go too. Jack also wishes to be leader, so he can't allow Ralph to gain prestige from doing something alone, Jack wants his full share of any glory.
Why did Ralph agree to go up in the mountain with jack after dark?
He wanted to light the fire as a signal to ships or planes passing that might see it.
What three boys go on the exploration to see if they are indeed on an island in lord of the flies?
Ralph, Jack, and Simon are the three boys who go on an exploration to see if they are indeed on an island in "Lord of the Flies."
What does Jack find Ralph and Simon doing when he returns from the hunts?
Jack finds Ralph and Simon building shelters when he returns from the hunts.
Which three boys explore the island in Lord of the Flies?
Ralph, Jack, and Simon are the three main boys who explore the island in "Lord of the Flies." They play significant roles in the novel and each represents different aspects of human nature.
Who does Ralph take on the expedition with him in lord of the Flies?
Ralph takes Simon and Jack along with him on the expedition.
What societal archetypes do Ralph jack and Simon represent in lord of the flies?
Ralph is the leader. Jack is the antagonist and rebel . Simon is the Jesus archetype.
What is the Hebrew meaning of jack Germanic Ralph Simon roger?
Jack = ג׳ק Germanic = ×’×¨×ž× ×™ Ralph = ראלף Simon = שמעון Roger = רוג׳ר
Is Ralph guilty of Simon death?
Ralph didn't directly kill Simon, but he didn't stop Jack from doing it.
How is Simon different from Ralph and Jack?
Simon is characterized by his empathy, sensitivity, and spiritual insight. He is portrayed as more introspective and compassionate compared to Ralph and Jack, who are more focused on leadership and power dynamics. Simon also represents the moral compass of the group, often seeking to understand the deeper truths of their situation.
Who does Ralph beat up when Jack's gang attacks at night?
Simon
Who are the only ones who did not join jack's tribe?
Simon, Piggy, and Ralph.
How is Simon's view of the island different from Ralph's and jack's?
Simon sees the island as a place of beauty and peace, while Ralph focuses on practical matters of survival and rescue. Jack views the island as an opportunity for power and control. Simon's perspective is more connected to nature and spirituality, while Ralph and Jack are influenced by their desires for leadership and dominance.
Who killed Simon in the Lord of the Flies?
Jack, Roger, and the Littluns kill Simon when he shows up to warn them.
