Why does Simon volunteer back to Piggy?
Simon volunteers to go back to camp alone while it is dark outside because he is not afraid of the beastie. He is not afraid because he knows fear comes from within.
What is Simon’s explanation for the beast?
To the dismay of Ralph and Piggy, Simon admits in Chapter 5 that he does believe in the beast, but suggests that the beast is actually the inherent evil inside each one of them. Simon senses early on that the boys will fall into violent savagery and become their own worst enemies.
What is Simon’s role on the island in Lord of the Flies?
Simon helps Ralph with the shelters, and even supports Piggy when the other boys bully him. Simon is the first character to suspect that all is not well on the island and thinks that the nightmares experienced by the younger boys show that it isn’t a good place.
What suggestion does Simon make and why do you think he makes it what does he mean when he says what else is there to do?
What does he mean when he says, “What else is there to do?” What are the consequences of the group’s decision not to follow Simon’s suggestion? Simon suggest going up the mountain. He says this because there’s nothing else for them to do. The consequence is that everyone is still afraid of “The Beast”.
Why did Simon go off by himself into the forest?
After the moral posturing of Ralph and Jack, who “walked along, two continents of experience and feeing, unable to communicate, Simon slips off and walks into the forest “with an air of purpose.” Like Thoreau in Walden, Simon wishes “to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see what [Nature] …
Who is responsible for Simon’s death?
In Lord of the Flies by William Golding, two innocent boys, Simon and Piggy, die due to the savagery of the other boys. All of the boys are to blame for the death of Simon, but only Jack and Roger are to blame for Piggy’s death.
How can we see that fear is starting to creep?
How can we see that fear is starting to creep in amongst the boys? What are they afraid of ? We can see that the boys are starting t fear because they say themselves that they are afraid and how the others now are starting to not see the island as a good, fun place they first thought of.
Where is Simon’s secret clearing?
Simon retreats to a secret hiding place in the jungle to be alone. It’s a small bower of vines where he can enjoy privacy. He looked over his shoulder as Jack had done at the close ways behind him and glanced swiftly round to confirm that he was utterly alone.
What traits does Roger have that make him seem evil?
Roger is black-haired with a fringe that covers his forehead and makes him look sinister. He has an extremely cruel and sadistic streak in his nature which attracts him to Jack’s way of doing things. Roger is an uncommunicative, moody and secretive loner, preferring to use power as a weapon of evil.
What does this reveal about Simon’s character?
What does this reveal about Simon’s character? Ralph and Simon are building shelters. This shows that Simon’s character is helpful and willing to help.
What does this show us about Simon’s personality Chapter 7?
Simon is very in touch with the nature around him and his quite intuitive about things. He knows that some of the boys will not make it off the island. In chapter 7 we see that Ralph sees the ocean as a barrier to them being rescued. He sees it as a physical wall to anyone coming to rescue them.
Why is Ralph so concerned about the little ones?
Ralph is concerned with trying to keep everyone safe and get them rescued. He is the responsible one who tries to make rules that will work for everyone. He represents the good side of human nature.
Why can’t the Littluns sleep well at night?
While the littluns do seem to be suffering the worst, Ralph, Simon, and Jack have obviously not been sleeping well because they have noticed what the younger boys are experiencing. It is the certain knowledge, as evidenced by their subconscious minds during sleep that, “the way things are,” this is not a “good island.”
Why can’t Jack kill the pig in Lord of the Flies?
Why is Jack unable to kill the pig at the end of Chapter One? Jack could not bear with himself killing the pig. He was afraid of all the blood that would appear when stabbing the pig.
How does the mask his painted face make Jack feel?
The civilized personality can be hidden behind the face paint just like a person’s true looks can be hidden behind a plastic mask. When Jack paints his face, he feels free to let out his inner beast. The mask also removes a degree of humanity from Jack and the rest of the boys.
Why does Roger bother Henry?
Roger throws rocks around Henry because of his “superego” insists that he doesn’t throw the rocks at Henry. He throws the rocks due to their being no parental authority telling him not to, but he himself doesn’t hit Henry with the rocks because that isn’t how Roger grew up to behave as when he was learning as a child.
What does Jack’s hesitation to kill the piglet show?
5. Why does Jack hesitate when he lifts his knife to kill the piglet, and what does he promise will happen next time he meets a pig? Jack’s hesitation shows that he must learn to put aside his inhibitions, whether they are learned or natural. He promises that “next time there would be no mercy.”
What prevents Piggy from being the natural leader?
Piggy’s appearance and attitude are the two major reasons that he is not elected to be the leader of the group of boys. Unlike Ralph, who is attractive, charismatic, and athletic, Piggy is overweight, wears glasses, and is extremely annoying.
Why is Wilfred punished?
In Chapter 10, Jack has Wilfred punished by having him tied up and left lying like that for hours. After that, he is beaten. We have no idea why this happens to Wilfred. We have never seen Wilfred before in the book and Robert has no idea why Wilfred is being punished.
What does Simon realize is happening to him?
What does Simon realize is happening to him? That the beast inside of him.
Why does Piggy conclude that no one will know where they are?
Terms in this set (6) Why does Piggy conclude that no one will know where they are? They know that they’re not where the plane was supposed to land, so they must be stranded.