Piggy and the parody were so funny that the hunters began to laugh. Later on, he apologized. Ralph muttered ungraciously and said,
"All right. Light the fire."
After making a pile of wood, Piggy's glasses were used again to make the fire alight. The boys roasted the wild ram and enjoyed eating the meat. Jack, dominating the whole activity, considered not letting Piggy have any meat but then, he ordered everyone to eat. Jack explained very eagerly how he had hunted the wild ram. Ralph holding the conch spoke,
"I am calling an assembly".
He was going to the beach because he wanted a place to think. He was suddenly overcome with astonishment. He realised the weariness of life where everything was an improvisation. He turned then and walked back towards the platform with a mind to call an effective and meaningful meeting.
Question 1: How do the hunters initially react to Piggy's parody, and what happens later?
Answer: The hunters initially laugh at Piggy's parody. Later, they apologize for laughing.
Question 2: What does Ralph reluctantly instruct the boys to do after the incident with Piggy's parody?
Answer: Ralph reluctantly instructs the boys to light the fire after the incident with Piggy's parody.
Question 3: How do the boys use Piggy's glasses again, and what do they do after lighting the fire?
Answer: The boys use Piggy's glasses to focus sunlight and make the fire alight. After lighting the fire, they roast the wild ram and enjoy eating the meat.
Question 4: What decision does Jack initially consider regarding Piggy and the meat, and how does he ultimately act?
Answer: Initially, Jack considers not letting Piggy have any meat. However, he ultimately orders everyone to eat, including Piggy.
Question 5: Why does Ralph call an assembly, and what realization does he have on his way to the beach?
Answer: Ralph calls an assembly because he wants a place to think. On his way to the beach, he realizes the weariness of life where everything is an improvisation.
Question 6: What does Ralph plan to do upon realizing the weariness of life, and where does he intend to call the meeting?
Answer: Upon realizing the weariness of life, Ralph plans to call an effective and meaningful meeting. He intends to call the meeting back at the platform.