Fire, Power, and Guilt in Literature

In Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies', Ralph and Piggy grapple with guilt over Simon's death, while Jack's group becomes more violent and controlling. The conch and Piggy's glasses symbolize the loss of civilization and reason. The boys' fear of the beast persists, leading to further conflict and the theft of Piggy's glasses, which Jack sees as a symbol of power.

What does Ralph ask Piggy when he comes out of the trees?

• If they have seen the Beast

• If the signal fire is still burning

• If they have enough food

• If there are any older boys left in their camp

What does the conch symbolize in the story?

• Wildness and chaos

• Civilized behavior and order

• Power and control

• Fear and violence

How do Ralph and Piggy feel about their involvement in Simon's death?

• Indifferent and unconcerned

• Proud and justified

• Confused and uncertain

• Ashamed and guilty

What does Roger think about Jack's punishment of Wilfred?

• He supports it wholeheartedly

• He plans to stop it

• He is indifferent to it

• He questions the misuse of power

What is Jack's plan for obtaining fire?

• To wait for a lightning strike

• To steal fire from Ralph's camp

• To build a new fire

• To use a magnifying glass

Why is the fire important to Ralph's group?

• It is their hope for rescue

• It is a symbol of their power

• It keeps the Beast away

• It provides warmth and light

What happens during the confrontation with Jack's group?

• The Beast attacks both groups

• Ralph's group captures Jack

• Jack's group steals Piggy's glasses

• They negotiate a truce