Lord of the Flies Chapter Summary & Analysis - Chapter 7 Summary

Chapter 7 Summary

Ralph, Jack, and others are hunting the beast. They stop to eat some fruit. Ralph makes plans to clean himself up, wash his clothes, and cut the hair that keeps falling into his eyes. All of the boys are thoroughly filthy, their clothes nearly worn away. They are on the opposite side of the island which boasts their lagoon, and Ralph ponders the vastness of the sea. It is easier to dream of rescue in the lagoon than it is here. Simon tells Ralph that Ralph will get back home. Roger calls for all to come and see the fresh pig droppings he has found. Although they are hunting the beast, Ralph consents to hunt pigs as long as doing so does not take them out of their intended route to find the beast. When there is a pause in the progress, Ralph daydreams. He dreams of days long ago...
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