Lord of the Flies, Chapter 7

Front

What motivates Ralph to go up the mountain with Jack after dark?

Back

Ralph agrees to go up the mountain with Jack after dark because he doesn’t want to look like a coward in front of the other boys.

Front

How do the boys react to Jack's suggestion of using a littlun as the next pig?

Back

The boys laugh at Jack's suggestion and aren't particularly bothered by it.

Front

Who are the boys that volunteer to finish climbing the mountain to hunt for the beast?

Back

Ralph, Jack, and Roger volunteer to finish climbing the mountain to hunt for the beast.

Front

Who comforts Ralph at the beginning of Chapter 7?

Back

Simon comforts Ralph by saying, 'I just think you'll get back all right'.

Front

Who volunteers to walk through the jungle alone to talk to Piggy?

Back

Simon volunteers to walk through the jungle alone to talk to Piggy.

Front

What theme is highlighted by Ralph's fear of appearing cowardly?

Back

The theme of peer pressure and the struggle for power and acceptance among the boys is highlighted by Ralph's fear of appearing cowardly.

Front

What does Jack's suggestion about the littlun reveal about his character?

Back

Jack's suggestion to use a littlun as the next pig reveals his growing savagery and disregard for the innocence of the younger boys.

Front

How does Simon's character contrast with Jack's in Chapter 7?

Back

Simon's character represents morality and compassion, contrasting with Jack's brutality and desire for power.

Front

What does the mountain symbolize in Chapter 7?

Back

The mountain symbolizes fear, the unknown, and the boys' descent into savagery.

Front

What role does fear play in the boys' actions in Chapter 7?

Back

Fear drives the boys to irrational behavior, influencing their decisions and actions regarding the beast.