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The Shell and the Glasses

How do Piggy and Ralph respond to Simon's death?

At the very beginning of the chapter, which characters are the only ones who have remained with Ralph?

As leader of his own group, Jack has lost all connection to civilization and rules through violence.

Which plan does Jack make that shows this?

What word does the author use now to refer to the boys in Jack's tribe?

What is Jack's plan to deal with the beast?

What is significant about Ralph's conversation with Piggy and Samneric about being rescued?

Why does Jack steal Piggy's glasses?

Look back at the section where Piggy and Ralph are talking about Simon's death and Piggy is gazing with "impaired" sight at the old meeting place.

What does "impaired" mean in this context?

What is the main idea of this chapter?

What do you think will happen next?