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What is the setting of the story?
What is the setting of the story?
A deserted island, it looks like a paradise.
How did the boys become stranded on the island?
How did the boys become stranded on the island?
Plane crash during wartime.
Are there any adults on the island?
Are there any adults on the island?
False (B)
How would you describe Ralph's appearance?
How would you describe Ralph's appearance?
How would you describe Piggy's appearance?
How would you describe Piggy's appearance?
Based on their personalities, match Ralph’s traits and Piggy’s traits.
Based on their personalities, match Ralph’s traits and Piggy’s traits.
What did the boys use the conch shell for?
What did the boys use the conch shell for?
How old are the boys on the island?
How old are the boys on the island?
Which two boys want to become chief of the island? Who wins?
Which two boys want to become chief of the island? Who wins?
When all the boys meet, what happens to Simon?
When all the boys meet, what happens to Simon?
What is the choir transformed into?
What is the choir transformed into?
What does Jack want to be called? Why?
What does Jack want to be called? Why?
Who are the three boys to explore the island?
Who are the three boys to explore the island?
What job is Piggy given?
What job is Piggy given?
What happens when Jack sees a pig?
What happens when Jack sees a pig?
What rules does Ralph set at the meeting?
What rules does Ralph set at the meeting?
What happens when someone holds the conch shell? What does the shell symbolize?
What happens when someone holds the conch shell? What does the shell symbolize?
What is Piggy's main concern?
What is Piggy's main concern?
What does the boy with the mulberry colored birthmark claim to have seen?
What does the boy with the mulberry colored birthmark claim to have seen?
How do the boys react to the concept of the 'beastie' on the island?
How do the boys react to the concept of the 'beastie' on the island?
Why does Ralph want to build a fire? Where does he decide to do this?
Why does Ralph want to build a fire? Where does he decide to do this?
How did the boys start the fire?
How did the boys start the fire?
What do the boys accidentally do when trying to rekindle the fire?
What do the boys accidentally do when trying to rekindle the fire?
What tragic occurrence takes place at the end of chapter 2?
What tragic occurrence takes place at the end of chapter 2?
What does this tragedy say about the organization of the group?
What does this tragedy say about the organization of the group?
What is Jack using as a weapon at the beginning of the chapter?
What is Jack using as a weapon at the beginning of the chapter?
Is Jack able to kill the pig at the beginning of the chapter?
Is Jack able to kill the pig at the beginning of the chapter?
What task are Ralph and Simon attempting to accomplish?
What task are Ralph and Simon attempting to accomplish?
What does Ralph complain about?
What does Ralph complain about?
What do Ralph and Jack argue about?
What do Ralph and Jack argue about?
What does Simon do at the end of this chapter?
What does Simon do at the end of this chapter?
What do these actions say about Simon's personality?
What do these actions say about Simon's personality?
In chapter 4, why are the little ones on the island especially troubled during the night?
In chapter 4, why are the little ones on the island especially troubled during the night?
How do Roger and Maurice torment the young boys on the island?
How do Roger and Maurice torment the young boys on the island?
Although Roger acts in a cruel manner, he still follows 'the rules of civilization.'
Although Roger acts in a cruel manner, he still follows 'the rules of civilization.'
How does Jack change his appearance during the hunt? What does his transformation represent?
How does Jack change his appearance during the hunt? What does his transformation represent?
What do Ralph and Piggy see on the horizon that makes them excited but furious?
What do Ralph and Piggy see on the horizon that makes them excited but furious?
Why does Jack ignore Ralph and Piggy's complaints?
Why does Jack ignore Ralph and Piggy's complaints?
How does Jack disrespect Piggy in this chapter? What do his actions symbolize?
How does Jack disrespect Piggy in this chapter? What do his actions symbolize?
Describe the hunters' actions at the end of chapter 4. What does their wild dance represent?
Describe the hunters' actions at the end of chapter 4. What does their wild dance represent?
How does Ralph feel at the end of chapter 4? How do you know?
How does Ralph feel at the end of chapter 4? How do you know?
In chapter 5, what are three of Ralph's complaints?
In chapter 5, what are three of Ralph's complaints?
What does Ralph call the most important thing on the island? Why does he feel this way?
What does Ralph call the most important thing on the island? Why does he feel this way?
Where will Ralph allow the boys to build a fire?
Where will Ralph allow the boys to build a fire?
What does Phil say at the assembly that scares the boys?
What does Phil say at the assembly that scares the boys?
Who admits to walking around in the jungle by himself at night?
Who admits to walking around in the jungle by himself at night?
What does Percival Wemys Madison say at the assembly that affects the little ones?
What does Percival Wemys Madison say at the assembly that affects the little ones?
Where does Percival claim the beast hides at night?
Where does Percival claim the beast hides at night?
'What I mean is...maybe it's only us.' Who makes this statement and what does it mean?
'What I mean is...maybe it's only us.' Who makes this statement and what does it mean?
Describe Jack's attitude toward the island rules in this chapter.
Describe Jack's attitude toward the island rules in this chapter.
What does Piggy say about grown-ups at the end of the chapter?
What does Piggy say about grown-ups at the end of the chapter?
What is happening overhead while the boys are asleep at the beginning of chapter 6?
What is happening overhead while the boys are asleep at the beginning of chapter 6?
What falls onto the island from the adult world?
What falls onto the island from the adult world?
What do Sam and Eric mistake for the beast?
What do Sam and Eric mistake for the beast?
When the boys reach a cave they have not yet explored, who ventures forward?
When the boys reach a cave they have not yet explored, who ventures forward?
How does Ralph annoy the other boys in this chapter?
How does Ralph annoy the other boys in this chapter?
Study Notes
Setting and Introduction
- The story is set on a deserted, paradisiacal island with abundant food sources like pigs and fruit.
- Boys become stranded due to a plane crash during wartime, and all adults, including the pilot, are absent.
Character Descriptions
- Ralph is described as tall, muscular, 12 years old, with blonde hair and referred to as "the fair boy."
- Piggy, around 10 years old, is chubby, wears glasses, and has asthma, showcasing physical vulnerability.
- Ralph embodies natural leadership, while Piggy is intelligent but lacks authority and leadership skills.
Key Events and Symbolism
- The conch shell symbolizes authority and order, allowing the holder to speak without interruption.
- Ralph initiates rules for meetings: respecting the conch, maintaining a signal fire, and organizing hunting efforts.
- Piggy's glasses serve as a symbol of clarity; when destroyed, it represents the group's descent into chaos.
Conflicts and Themes
- A conflict arises between Jack and Ralph regarding priorities: hunting versus maintaining the fire for rescue.
- The boys' fears manifest with the emergence of the "beast," starting with a frightened little boy claiming to see it.
- Nightmares about the beast disturb the younger boys, signifying their deep-seated fears and civilized behaviors are fraying.
Leadership Challenges
- Ralph struggles with maintaining order; he confronts the group for neglecting essential tasks and the growing indifference to rules.
- Jack's growing dominance disrupts Ralph's authority, leading to tension and rivalry regarding leadership roles.
Major Incidents
- A tragic event at the end of chapter 2: the small boy with the mulberry colored birthmark goes missing, foreshadowing the group's potential for chaos.
- Animalistic behavior surfaces as Jack transforms, painting his face and embracing savagery, disconnected from the initial civilized context.
- A dead parachutist falls onto the island, representing the external adult world's chaos while the boys descend into primal instincts.
Psychological Ramifications
- Simon speaks to the nature of fear, suggesting that the real beast is the darkness within the boys themselves, hinting at profound psychological themes.
- The juxtaposition between adult authority and the boys' descent further emphasizes the irony of perceived civilization as they spiral down into savagery.
Climax of Conflict
- The boys' hunt culminates in a frenzy, with the ritualistic chant emphasizing their complete immersion into primal instincts.
- Ralph feels his influence waning as Jack’s authority rises; the underlying theme of power dynamics becomes increasingly evident.
Resolution of Chapters
- Ralph's complaints about order highlight the struggle between civilization and savagery.
- Piggy's comments about adult knowledge contrast sharply with the actions of the boys, reflecting the irony of lost control and civilization's failure.
Epic Elements of Adventure
- The journey across the island as the boys search for the beast emphasizes key themes of exploration, fear, and the creeping loss of childhood innocence.
- Ralph and Jack's individual approaches toward survival and leadership highlight conflicting values and the struggle for identity amidst chaos.
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