Vocabulary
What does stranded mean?
Trapped somewhere with no easy way to leave.
Who is the elected leader of the boys?
Ralph
Where do the boys find themselves after the plane crash?
On a deserted tropical island.
What object represents the right to speak during meetings?
The conch.
Why does Ralph want the boys to use a conch?
So they can have organized meetings and give everyone a chance to speak.
What does authority mean?
The power or right to control or make decisions.
Why do the boys choose Ralph as their leader?
He appears confident and calm, and he has the conch, which gives him authority.
How does Ralph use the conch?
He blows it to call the other boys together for a meeting.
What is Piggy's real name?
The book does not give his real name; everyone calls him Piggy.
Why do the boys become excited about building the fire?
They believe the fire could help rescuers find them.
What does civilization mean?
An organized society with rules, laws, customs, and systems.
What physical health problem does Piggy have?
Asthma
What does the littlun say he saw?
A frightening creature, big snake, or “beastie.”
What color is Ralph's hair?
Fair or blonde.
What does Ralph say about the beast?
He tries to convince the boys that there is no beast.
What does consequence mean?
The result of an action or decision.
How are Ralph and Jack different as leaders?
Ralph rules through organization, while Jack focuses more on fear and power.
Why doesn't Jack kill the pig the first time he has the opportunity?
He gets scared and hesitates when it comes time to actually kill it.
Who does Piggy live with and why?
His aunt who runs a candy store because his parents are dead.
Why is Ralph chosen as leader instead of Piggy?
Ralph is more confident and charismatic, while Piggy is intelligent but socially awkward and less respected.
Spell the word that is the result of one's actions.
Responsibility means being accountable for your actions and duties.
What does Piggy's behavior show about his personality?
He is intelligent, logical, cautious, and concerned about consequences.
What disturbing discovery do the boys make at the end of Chapter 2?
A littlun is missing after the fire spreads.
What do the boys think caused the plane to go down?
An atomic bomb.
What is the author's name?
William Golding