Questions and Answers
What seems to be the setting of the novel?
an Island
How did the boys seem to get here?
they were on a plane that was shot down
What ailment does the fat boy have that prevents him from being as mobile as Ralph?
the fat boy has asthma
What is the fat boy's nickname from his old school?
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With which relative did the fat boy live prior to the opening of the novel?
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Ralph's father was a commander in?
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How are the two boys different?
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What kind of shell does Ralph use to call the other boys?
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How does Ralph demonstrate leadership in this chapter?
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What is unusual about the way the group of boys led by Jack are dressed?
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What do you think will be the chief source of conflict between Jack and Ralph?
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Who is elected leader? Why do you think they elect him?
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Who is the third boy chosen to go on the expedition? Why do you think the fat boy was rejected?
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Why is the fat boy upset with Ralph? Is he justified?
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What animal do they come across? Why do you think Jack can't kill it?
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In order to speak, what must the boys have in their hands?
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Why does Jack seem so excited about having lots of rules?
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What does the little boy with the birthmark seem to be afraid of?
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What does Ralph seem positive will happen someday?
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For what reason do the boys want to build a fire?
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What does Jack take from Piggy to build the fire?
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Who goes missing? What might have happened to him?
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At the beginning of the chapter, what is Jack trying to do?
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What are Ralph and Simon trying to do at the beginning of the chapter?
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What do most of the little ones seem frightened of?
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Briefly describe Simon.
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What does Simon help the little ones get?
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What seems to be Ralph's main frustration?
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What seems to be Jack's main frustration?
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Study Notes
Setting and Arrival
- The novel is set on a deserted island.
- The boys arrive after their plane is shot down.
Characters
- The fat boy, nicknamed Piggy, suffers from asthma, restricting his mobility.
- Ralph, who becomes a leader, has a father who is a Navy commander.
- Jack leads a group dressed in black gowns, indicating a formal or ceremonial background.
Leadership and Conflict
- Ralph demonstrates leadership by assembling the boys and organizing tasks, such as assigning Jack to lead the hunters.
- The chief source of conflict between Ralph and Jack arises from Jack's desire for complete leadership.
Social Dynamics
- Ralph is elected leader primarily because he sounds the conch shell, which symbolizes authority.
- Piggy feels upset with Ralph for revealing his nickname, highlighting social vulnerabilities.
Exploration and Fear
- Simon is the third boy chosen to explore because Piggy is seen as physically unfit.
- The little boy with the birthmark reveals fears that drive plot tension, hinting at underlying anxieties among the boys.
Actions and Decisions
- Ralph and Simon are initially focused on creating shelter, showcasing their need for safety.
- Jack is determined to hunt, which foreshadows future conflicts over priorities and values.
- A fire is built to signal for rescue, representing hope for return to civilization.
Symbolism
- The conch shell serves as a crucial symbol for order and communication among the boys.
- Jack's excitement over rules indicates a desire for control, contrasting Ralph’s democratic approach.
Challenges
- Tensions arise about tasks, leading to frustrations, particularly Ralph's over the lack of progress on shelters.
- Jack's inability to kill the pig reflects deeper moral conflicts, as he grapples with the brutality of hunting and his feelings for Piggy.
Missing Characters
- A little boy goes missing, raising fears about the dangers of the island and what could have happened to him.
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