Lord of the Flies Ch. 1-6 Review

Questions and Answers

Who is the author of the novel?

William Golding (correct)

Mark Twain

George Orwell

J.K. Rowling

What is the nationality of the author and characters?

Australian

British (correct)

American

Canadian

What is the name of the first character presented in the novel?

Ralph

What color is Ralph's hair?

Blonde Signup and view all the answers

What does the author call the hole that the plane crash has made in the jungle?

The scar Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the boy Ralph first meets?

Piggy Signup and view all the answers

What is a basic description of Piggy's physical features?

Short, fat, glasses, asthma Signup and view all the answers

How did the boys arrive on the island?

Plane crash Signup and view all the answers

How does Ralph respond to the discovery that there are no adults on the island?

He stands on his head Signup and view all the answers

What condition does Piggy suffer from?

Asthma and myopia Signup and view all the answers

How old is Ralph?

12 Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing Ralph does on the island?

Takes his clothes off Signup and view all the answers

What is Ralph's father's occupation?

Commander in the Navy Signup and view all the answers

What does Piggy reveal happened in the war while their plane was going down?

There was a nuclear attack on England Signup and view all the answers

Who did Piggy live with before boarding school?

His aunt Signup and view all the answers

What do two of the boys find on the beach that later becomes very important in the group meetings?

A conch shell Signup and view all the answers

What is Piggy's idea involving the conch?

Blow it like a trumpet Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the two identical twin boys on the island?

Sam and Eric Signup and view all the answers

What type of clothing is the choir originally wearing?

Togs or long black cloaks Signup and view all the answers

Who is the leader of the choir that questions who blew the trumpet?

Jack Merridew Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack physically look like?

Ugly with red hair Signup and view all the answers

What happens to one of the boys in the choir while they are standing at attention in the heat?

He faints; a seizure Signup and view all the answers

What is that boy's name?

Simon Signup and view all the answers

How does Ralph betray Piggy at the first assembly?

He tells everyone his name (Piggy) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three reasons Jack gives for why he should be chief?

1-He's the head boy; 2-He's the chief chorister; 3-He can sing a C sharp Signup and view all the answers

How do the boys decide who will be chief?

They vote, and Ralph is holding the conch Signup and view all the answers

What does Jack decide is the new occupation for his choir boys?

Hunters Signup and view all the answers

Which three boys go out to explore the island?

Ralph, Jack, and Simon Signup and view all the answers

What's Piggy's job while the other three boys are gone?

Take names of the littluns Signup and view all the answers

What task do the boys accomplish as they climb the mountain?

Push a rock off the ledge Signup and view all the answers

What remark does Ralph make when they reach the top of the mountain?

'This island belongs to us' Signup and view all the answers

What does Simon compare the flowers to as the boys travel through the jungle?

Candles Signup and view all the answers

As they explore, what do the boys find 'caught in a curtain of creepers'?

A pig Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Jack have for not killing the pig?

He couldn't find a spot to stab it Signup and view all the answers

What do the boys decide is the best way to keep order at the meetings?

Only talk if you have the conch Signup and view all the answers

What is distinct about the appearance of the young boy who claims to have seen the beastie?

He has a birthmark on his face Signup and view all the answers

What time of day does he claim to have seen the beast?

Nighttime Signup and view all the answers

What does Ralph consistently insist during this particular discussion?

That there isn't a beast Signup and view all the answers

Ralph makes a two-fold mission statement. What are the two parts?

They want to have fun and get rescued Signup and view all the answers

What does Ralph insist they must do in order to be rescued?

Make a fire at the top of the mountain Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author and Context

William Golding is the author of "Lord of the Flies."
The characters are British, reflecting Golding's nationality.

Main Characters

Ralph is the first character introduced, described as 12 years old with blonde hair.
Piggy is Ralph's first companion, characterized as short, fat, wearing glasses, and suffering from asthma and myopia.
Jack Merridew, head of the choir, has an ugly appearance with red hair; he aspires to be chief.

Setting and Arrival

The boys arrive on the island due to a plane crash during a nuclear attack on England.
The initial landscape features "the scar," a hole created by the crash.

Events and Actions

Ralph's first actions include removing his clothes and standing on his head upon realizing there are no adults.
The discovery of the conch shell becomes a pivotal moment for governance among the boys, as it represents order and authority.

Leadership and Meetings

The boys decide leadership through a vote in which Ralph, holding the conch, is elected chief.
Jack believes he should lead based on his position as head boy, chief chorister, and ability to sing a C sharp.
Ralph emphasizes two missions: to enjoy their time on the island and to seek rescue.

Exploration and Discoveries

Ralph, Jack, and Simon explore the island, and during their journey, they encounter a pig but Jack hesitates to kill it.
They also notice the beauty of the jungle, with Simon likening the flowers to candles.

Organization and Rules

To maintain order during discussions, only the individual holding the conch can speak.
Piggy's role during the exploration is to take names of the younger boys, known as littluns.

Conflicts and Fears

A littlun with a birthmark claims to have seen a beast, increasing tension and fear among the group.
Ralph insists there is no beast, trying to rationalize and maintain calm among the boys.

Fire and Rescue

Ralph asserts that making a fire on the mountain is essential for rescue, aiming to signal passing ships.

Relationships and Dynamics

Ralph's betrayal of Piggy occurs when he inadvertently shares Piggy's name with the group, exposing him to ridicule.
The group's response to the fear of the beast starts to create division, illustrating the emergence of primal instincts.

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Test your knowledge of the first six chapters of 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding. This quiz covers key characters, themes, and definitions that are essential for understanding the story's foundation. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their comprehension of the novel.