Questions and Answers
What is Ralph's description?
What is Piggy's description?
What is Simon's description?
What is Jack's role in the group?
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What happens to the boys that leads them to the island?
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What is the symbol of authority in the society the boys form?
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What does Jack's action of slashing the green candle buds reveal?
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Why does Jack hesitate before killing the piglet?
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Who are the hunters and what is their responsibility?
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What does a little'un think he has seen in the forest?
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How do the boys make fire and why?
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Why does the boys' plan for rescue fail?
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Study Notes
Main Characters
- Ralph: Tall and light-skinned, initially elected leader of the boys.
- Piggy: Overweight and asthmatic, represents intellect and reason.
- Simon: Tall, a sensitive choir boy known for his kindness, prone to fainting.
- Jack: Ambitious leader of the choir boys, assertively seeks control.
- Sam & Eric: Identical twins, often referred to collectively, loyal to Ralph.
Supporting Characters
- Maurice: Tall boy in the group, part of the choir.
- Roger: Another tall boy, known for his darker tendencies.
Plot Events
- The boys arrive on the island due to a plane crash, which leaves them stranded.
- The conch shell becomes a powerful symbol of authority and governance among the boys.
- Jack's action of slashing the green candle buds foreshadows his violent nature and descent into savagery.
Themes and Motifs
- Jack hesitates when he first attempts to kill a piglet, struggling with his civilized upbringing, yet promises to kill the next pig, indicating an internal conflict between savagery and civility.
- The littluns represent the younger, innocent boys on the island, some of whom might not survive the chaos.
- The choir boys are designated as hunters, responsible for keeping the fire lit and providing meat, showing early divisions of labor.
Conflicts and Challenges
- One of the little'uns believes he has seen a beast in the forest, instilling fear among the group.
- The boys create fire using Piggy's glasses as a lens, intending it as a smoke signal for rescue.
- Their rescue plan fails as Jack prioritizes hunting over maintaining the fire, emphasizing the theme of distraction from their ultimate goal.
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This quiz covers key characters from Chapters 1 and 2 of 'Lord of the Flies'. Test your knowledge on the main characters and their descriptions in this engaging flashcard format. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the book.
