The end of the novel was quite funny to me. It was exquisitely ironic. The fact that the current war going on outside of their island is what interrupted their own war is a good piece of irony. Furthermore, the ending is ironic for Ralph and his comrades all strived for fire while Jack and his entourage could care less about a fire. It just so turns out that Jack came up with the idea to set a fire and its smoke is what alerted the naval officer to their presence.
I suppose Ralph cried at the end of the novel for he could finally succumb to his emotions. The danger was gone and he no longer needed to be strong. His storm, or more like typhoon, has passed and the bright sun breaking through the clouds casting a rainbow and illuminating the world has become to much for him. Ralph can once again be the kid he is and throw all his island responsibilities out the door. The heaviest burden he has carried has been removed and he begins to cry in relief and happiness.
I despise SamnEric the most. Not only did they sell out to Jack after being with Ralph for so long but they snitched on Ralph and his hideout when there loyalty is most crucial. I understand that they were forced to become a part of Jack's band of savages, but to sell out one's morals, ethics, and dignity for some barbecued pork? I'd choose death over betraying a friend who has sacrificed so much to making my survival a guarantee. In life we only have a few things that define who we truly are. Our money, friends, and other materials do not define us, but who are is defined by our integrity, dignity, and courage. Something, where even faced with death, I would not compromise like SamnEric. I have and will recommend this novel to a friend any chance I get. It explores topics that are overlooked in our society today. It is only right that this book has been tried to be banned over and over. Most people can't take the truth and that only serves as proof that The Lord of the Flies proclaims a message that needs to reach the ears, hearts, and minds of all.
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Chapter 11 Questions
1. Ralph and the group decide that they must arm themselves and call an assembly in front of the savages. In order to get Piggy's specs and a signal fire going.
2. The twins were "seeing Ralph for the first time" in regards to his leadership. This is the first time Ralph has been an aggressive leader and stepped forth with dominance. A side that most boys have not seen in him.
3. The boy's attempt to get Piggy's specs and a signal fire is an imminent failure for the savages are belligerent and will not listen to Ralph. Especially with Jack as a leader. They come with spears and this already promotes confrontation.
4. Roger pushes the rock off the cliff because of the thrill of throwing the rocks at Ralph gave him. Just as an addict always pursues a greater high. Roger sent the rock over the side of the cliff in an attempt to obtain the feeling he had from throwing the rocks over the side of the cliff just on a greater level.
5. The destruction of the conch symbolizes the definitive end of all civilization. Law and order have diminished under the rule of Jack. Civilization has crumbled without the helping hand of Ralph. The destruction of the conch shows the inherent evil inside all of us taking over and dominating the boys. Their ID personality root has overcome their minds.
6. The boys' all want a chief because it provides them with a security and takes a responsibility off all their shoulders. It provides them with a parental figure that leads them in law and order.
7. How does hunting make you feel?
If Jack stepped down as chief would you bring peace?
8. Jack is running things now and we all obey him. It really isn't that bad but we mostly do it out of fear. I can only imagine how sacred Ralph will be if he sees what Jack is now capable of. While I liked it better with Ralph as leader Jack is in control and the island is out of control. I feel powerless to stop him.
Rescue definitely sounds great right about now. Who knows what will happen next? I just hope no more blood is spilled. I don't want that on my hands. My best bet is to keep my head down and stay alive. I think the others feel the same way.
2. The twins were "seeing Ralph for the first time" in regards to his leadership. This is the first time Ralph has been an aggressive leader and stepped forth with dominance. A side that most boys have not seen in him.
3. The boy's attempt to get Piggy's specs and a signal fire is an imminent failure for the savages are belligerent and will not listen to Ralph. Especially with Jack as a leader. They come with spears and this already promotes confrontation.
4. Roger pushes the rock off the cliff because of the thrill of throwing the rocks at Ralph gave him. Just as an addict always pursues a greater high. Roger sent the rock over the side of the cliff in an attempt to obtain the feeling he had from throwing the rocks over the side of the cliff just on a greater level.
5. The destruction of the conch symbolizes the definitive end of all civilization. Law and order have diminished under the rule of Jack. Civilization has crumbled without the helping hand of Ralph. The destruction of the conch shows the inherent evil inside all of us taking over and dominating the boys. Their ID personality root has overcome their minds.
6. The boys' all want a chief because it provides them with a security and takes a responsibility off all their shoulders. It provides them with a parental figure that leads them in law and order.
7. How does hunting make you feel?
If Jack stepped down as chief would you bring peace?
8. Jack is running things now and we all obey him. It really isn't that bad but we mostly do it out of fear. I can only imagine how sacred Ralph will be if he sees what Jack is now capable of. While I liked it better with Ralph as leader Jack is in control and the island is out of control. I feel powerless to stop him.
Rescue definitely sounds great right about now. Who knows what will happen next? I just hope no more blood is spilled. I don't want that on my hands. My best bet is to keep my head down and stay alive. I think the others feel the same way.
Lord Of the Flies CH. 10
1. Ralph feels guilty about what happened the previous night. he knows something is not right. "That was murder" (Golding 156)
Piggy knows it was Simon but believes it was just a mistake or accident. "It was an accident," said
piggy (Golding 157)
Jack is totally nonchalant about the entire incident and has swept it under the rug. Placing the blame on Simon for coming out at night. "He came-disguised" (Golding 160)
2. Ralph understands that it was a murder. He knows and everyone else knows that the "beast" was Simon. Ralph says "It was dark. there was that-that bloody dance. there was lightening and thinder and rain. we was scared!" (Golding 156). He attempts to reconcile by making himself believe it was an accident. On the contrary Jack could careless. He maintains a story that it was the beast in disguise. "Then, the beast might try to come in. You remember how we crawled" (Golding 160).
3. We are not giving any reason for why he beat up Wilfred. "I don't know. he didn't say. he got angry and made us tie Wilfred up" (Golding 159) Even Jack's own henchman don't know why they have tied and beat Wilfred
4.
Ralph: Shut up piggy! I cant hear!
Jack: Hold em while kick!
SamnEric: Ahh! whos that?!
Roger: I gor em!
Piggy: My specs!!
Piggy knows it was Simon but believes it was just a mistake or accident. "It was an accident," said
piggy (Golding 157)
Jack is totally nonchalant about the entire incident and has swept it under the rug. Placing the blame on Simon for coming out at night. "He came-disguised" (Golding 160)
2. Ralph understands that it was a murder. He knows and everyone else knows that the "beast" was Simon. Ralph says "It was dark. there was that-that bloody dance. there was lightening and thinder and rain. we was scared!" (Golding 156). He attempts to reconcile by making himself believe it was an accident. On the contrary Jack could careless. He maintains a story that it was the beast in disguise. "Then, the beast might try to come in. You remember how we crawled" (Golding 160).
3. We are not giving any reason for why he beat up Wilfred. "I don't know. he didn't say. he got angry and made us tie Wilfred up" (Golding 159) Even Jack's own henchman don't know why they have tied and beat Wilfred
4.
Ralph: Shut up piggy! I cant hear!
Jack: Hold em while kick!
SamnEric: Ahh! whos that?!
Roger: I gor em!
Piggy: My specs!!
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