Jack tries to downplay the fear of the beast by suggesting that it may not be real or that they can overcome it with resolve and strength. He focuses on instilling confidence in the boys and encouraging them to be bold and fearless to face whatever challenges they may encounter.
they blame it on the beast. The beast is used as a scapegoat for all fear
The beast has several names already in the book Lord of the Flies. It is initially referred to as a snake-thing or beastie. Later during his internalised conversation the beast is named as the Lord of the Flies. Finally the real nature of the beast is revealed as the darkness in the hearts of men.
Jack blamed the fear on the "beast" but it was just imaginary and he used it to make himself powerful.
The fear that is creeping in amongst the boys in "Lord of the Flies" is the fear of the unknown on the deserted island, as well as the fear of the "beast" that they believe lurks on the island. This fear leads to the unraveling of their civilization and ultimately their descent into savagery.
The paradox in the boys' attitude towards the beast in "Lord of the Flies" is that they fear and believe in the beast while simultaneously creating and feeding into the idea of its existence through their own actions. Their fear of the beast grows stronger as they become more savage, even though the beast is a symbolic representation of the darkness within themselves.
In "Lord of the Flies," it is Simon who is tending the fire when the boys' fear of the beast emerges. As the boys mistake a dead paratrooper for the beast and flee, Simon remains at the scene and discovers the truth about the figure on the mountain.
beast a violent animals,bt their only fear is wht they are a beast.
The children conjecture about the beast in "The Lord of the Flies" mainly during their meetings and discussions on the island, particularly when fear and paranoia are running high. The beast symbolizes their primal fears and the darkness within themselves, leading to conflicting interpretations and beliefs about its existence and nature.
In "Lord of the Flies," Maurice believes the beast is a physical entity that resides on the island and causes fear and chaos among the boys. He represents the belief that the beast is something tangible and menacing, reflecting the boys' inner fears and insecurities.
In "Lord of the Flies," the meaning of the beast changes as fear and savagery consume the boys on the island. Initially seen as a physical threat, the beast ultimately symbolizes the darkness within each individual and the inherent capacity for evil when societal structures are removed. The evolution of the beast's meaning reflects the boys' descent into chaos and degradation.
The beast that the boys kill in "Lord of the Flies" is actually a parachutist whose parachute gets tangled in the trees on the island. The boys mistake the shadowy figure for a beast and in their fear and frenzy, they end up killing him.
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