Symbols
What does the Beast represent within the boys?
The underlying savagery that lives within each boy.
What is Piggy’s real name?
Its was not revealed. 1.5x points on next question if gotten correct.
What type of leader is Ralph?
Calm, ordering and civilization.
Who wrote LOTF?
William Golding
What chapter did Piggy break his glasses?
He broke his glasses in chapter 4.
What does the conch represent?
Authority; power
What does Ralph look look?
Tan skinned, tall, skinny, blue eyes, blond hair.
What type of Leader is Jack?
Cruel, controlling and like a dictator.
Over what year did the Author write LOTF?
1954
What chapter did Simon die?
He died in chapter 9.
What does the ocean represent?
The separation from society.
Why did Roger kill Piggy?
To show his violent tendencies.
What motifs/metaphors did the author use to describe Ralph's internal conflict re: leadership?
His tangled hair getting into his eyes; the curtain or veil passing in his mind.
How was the parachutist element different in the film?
The parachutist survived for a time in the film.
Who pushed the boulder?
Roger
What do Piggy’s glasses represents?
Knowledge, Civilization and Rationality/Logic.
Did Jack believe that they killed the beast when they actually killed Simon?
Jack convinces the boys that it was the beast they killed to justify the murder and manipulate their fears.
What is the difference between Sam and Eric?
Their actions at the end of the book.
What was Simon carrying in the film that made the boys attack him?
A glowstick.
What chapter did Jack kill his first pig?
He killed the pig in chapter 4.
Why does Ralph not put on face paint?
To show how he won’t let savagery take over him.
What is the main idea in LOTF?
That there is an inherent darkness in humanity such as a savage aspect.
What does the Lord of the Flies represent?
The dark aspect of humanity (evil?)
How did the military officer arrive in the book?
On a "clipper" (ship)
What chapter did Ralph run away from Jack’s tribe?
Chapter 12.