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∙ 8y agoIn Chapter 9 of "Lord of the Flies," the chant has evolved to reflect the boys' descent into savagery and their growing obsession with the hunt. The chant now emphasizes violence and primal instincts, highlighting the dark transformation the boys have undergone on the island. It has become more frenzied and sinister compared to previous chapters, mirroring the escalating tensions and breakdown of civilization among the group.
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Kill the Beast. Cut his throat. Spill his blood.
The boys do a dance and chant in Chapter 9 of "Lord of the Flies" as a way to release their pent-up energy and fear. It serves as a form of group bonding and a way for them to feel a sense of power and control amidst the chaos of their situation on the island. It also foreshadows the savagery and loss of control that will escalate in later chapters.
In Chapter 4 of "Lord of the Flies," the boys perform a dance and chant as they reenact the hunt. The dance takes on a primal and frenzied quality as they mimic the movements of a boar and work themselves into a trance-like state. The chant serves to heighten the group's collective energy and build a sense of unity among them.
"Kill the pig! Cut his throat! Spill his blood!"
In chapter 9 of "Lord of the Flies," the boys chant "Kill the beast! Cut his throat! Spill his blood!" as they participate in a frenzied and violent ritual while hunting for the imagined beast. The chant reflects the boys' descent into savagery and their growing detachment from civilization and reason.