On page 119 Ralph realizes how his appearance has deteriorated. What does this description convey about how Ralph is coping on the island?
Ralph claims that “he would like to have a pair of scissors to cut his hair. He would like to have a bath and also decided that a tooth brush would come in handy” (page 119). Ralph later realizes that “these were the conditions he took as normal now and that he did not mind” (page 120). This description indicates his transformation from civilization to savagery as his cleanliness is decreasing.
Define empathy:
Empathy is when you are able to understand and share feelings.
On page 121 explain how Simon shows empathy for Ralph
Simon understands Ralph’s dissatisfaction and disappointment. He shows empathy by comforting Ralph by claiming that he’ll “get back all right” (page 121).
Define nostalgia:
Nostalgia is longing or affection for a particular event of the past.
Explain the purpose of the nostalgic reflection on page 122-123
The purpose of the reflection on page 123 is to portray Ralph’s longing for civilization. He is recalling his civil ways and this passage might be an indicator of possible savagery committed by Ralph.
On the top pf page 124 Ralph is described as , “full of fright and apprehension and pride”. Explain this quote.
This quote manages to capture Ralph’s pride in hitting the boar, but also shows how frightening his first attempt was.
How is Ralph, in particular, getting caught up in the savagery of the hunt provide insight into Golding view of the nature of man?
Ralph always opposed the idea of hunting and claimed that there were things of more importance. However, it seems as if Ralph, just like Jack, is caught up in hunting. Ralph’s civilization is disappearing and savagery is beginning to consume him. Golding tries to implicate that people often change with the circumstance provided.
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