Question #10
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The Shell and the Glasses
How do Piggy and Ralph respond to Simon's death?
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?
What does "impaired" mean in this context?
Question #1
At the beginning of the chapter, Piggy is suffering from "myopia," which means "a lack of sight, intelligence, or imagination". Piggy's "myopia" is physical.
Which character suffers from another type of "myopia"?
Question #2
Why does Ralph suggest that they clean up and put on more clothes when they confront Jack and his tribe?
Question #3
What is the main idea of the speech Piggy imagines giving to Jack?
Question #4
When Ralph and his few remaining followers approach Castle Rock, what does Roger start to do?
Question #5
Look at the passage describing Jack's "mask" of face paint. The mask is described as giving him "anonymity."
What does it mean to be "anonymous"?