Answer to Question #285430 in English for Kelsey Jand

Question

Lord of the Flies Study Guide Questions

Direction: Your answers need to be thorough, and where possible, quote the text (with citation).

Chapter 8

Characterization: What does Piggy’s suggestion to move the fire to the beach accomplish in the boys? How does Piggy feel? How is his participation in the group different than in the past?

Answer 1

It's a basic idea, but one that restores hope and purpose to the boys. Piggy is "very proud of his contribution to the betterment of civilization." The pig's head is sliced off by the guys. "Sharpen a staff at both ends," Jack instructs Roger. They drive the stick into the ground and deliver the impaled head of the sow to the beast as an offering.