SIMON
Where does Simon go after he leaves The Lord of The Flies?
He goes to the body on top of the mountain.
What does Piggy suggest doing with Ralph?
He suggests to go to Jack's party.
What kind of leader is Jack?
Jack is a leader who rules through terror and he manipulates everyone into thinking that he can protect them from the "beast".
What did Ralph do to organize his group ?
He got them to work together, focused on their safety, and worked on building shelters.
What does The Lord of the Flies symbolize in chapter 9?
It symbolizes the boy's savagery and chaos. It is also seen as the devil.
What was Simon's role in the novel? Why does it seem to be important?
Simon is a religious figure.
What type of friend is Piggy?
A true, wise friend.
How does Jack organize his "group" ?
He manipulates them by using the "beast" to turn everyone into violent savages.
Why do Ralph and Piggy both attend Jack's feast ?
They want to keep some control over the events.
What did the boys think they were doing when they killed Simon?
The boys thought they were killing the beast.
Why did Simon want to find the boys?
He was trying to let everyone know that the beast is not real.
What does Piggy symbolize in the novel ?
He symbolizes order and civilization.
How does Jack propose to rule without the conch?
He promises to provide food and fun for everyone.
How does Ralph feel about going to Jack's party?
Ralph feels reluctant about going to Jack's party.
What was the REAL beast?
The savagery that is within all human beings.
How does Simon die?
Simon is killed by the boys while they do the pig chant and dance around him. They bite and tear at his body.
What do Piggy's glasses symbolize?
Piggy's glasses symbolize fire and the hope of being rescued.
What question does Jack ask at the party?
Jack asks who will join his tribe.
Why does Ralph become angry when Jack says, "Who will join my tribe?"
Ralph becomes angry because he and Jack came to an agreement that Ralph was the leader.
What was the overall significance of the title of chapter 9 being "A View to a Death" ?
The title signifies the savage behavior and acts that took place in the chapter.
Where does Simon's body go after he dies?
It gets washed away into the sea.
Who laughs at Piggy when he and Ralph arrive at the party?
Everyone laughs at him.
Who does Jack argue with at the party?
Jack argues with Ralph.
What does Ralph do when everyone starts the pig dance?
Ralph joins the dance.
What does the conch symbolize?
The conch symbolizes order and authority.