Loss of Innocence Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Ralph wept for the end of innocence…”
A
Ralph mourns not rescue, but what they’ve lost internally—their childhood and humanity. This line sums up the novel’s emotional devastation.
2
Q
“Kill the pig. Cut her throat. Spill her blood.”
A
The chant shows how the boys descend into primal bloodlust. The violent, rhythmic language mimics a ritual, showing how they’ve lost all innocence.
3
Q
“The air was full of sweat and noise and blood and terror.”
A
This sensory overload (tactile, auditory, visual) reflects Simon’s brutal death. The poetic language contrasts with the savagery of the moment, emphasizing how far they’ve fallen.
