In Chapter 5 of "Lord of the Flies," Jack's fear of the beast appears to be more of a manipulation tactic than a genuine terror of an ocean creature. While he initially expresses concern, his dominant personality and desire for power lead him to exploit the littleuns’ fears. Jack recognizes that the mention of the beast evokes a strong emotional response, which he can leverage to establish his authority. He says, “We’ve got to talk about this fear and we’ve got to stop it,” suggesting he understands the significance of fear in controlling the group. Ultimately, his manipulation serves to strengthen his position, demonstrating that he is more interested in power than in confronting any real danger. Thus, Jack’s strategic use of fear illustrates his growing savagery and the descent into chaos among the boys.
In chapter 5 of "Lord of the Flies", is jack actually afraid of a beast from the ocean or is he just using the littleuns' fear to manipulate the group. Answer in 5-7 sentences and use a quote
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