Characterization
Who are characterized as "leaders" in LOTF and how were they characterized?
Ralph + Jack
- (many answers are correct) They both gained multitudes of followers
-They fought for power throughout the story
- etc.
What is an archetype?
The simple role or type given to a character.
Who are the 2 characters that best exhibit moral ambiguity in Lord of the Flies, and why?
Ralph and Jack
Ralph is supposed to be the sensible leader but partakes in group mentality, while Jack is supposed to be the savage hunter but is generous by giving everyone a share of meat (even Simon when he gave his meat to Piggy), helping the boys survive.
Who are scapegoats in Lord of the Flies? (only one answer needed)
Piggy and Simon
What is Lord of the Flies an allegory for? (multiple answers)
Good/Evils of Human Nature, How People Behave When They Have Power/Authority, How People Behave Without Authority/Societal Expectations, and Civilization versus Savagery
What are the three things characterization reveal?
character's personality, motivations, and traits
What are examples of archetypes used in Lord of the Flies for Ralph, Piggy, Jack, and Simon?
Ralph = hero/leader
Jack = rebel/tyrant
Piggy = wise outcast
Simon = mystic/Christ-like figure
What does moral ambiguity do in literature?
It creates complex characters that go beyond the clear-cut roles and personalities of heroes and villains. This makes characters more realistic and similar to us, which in turn makes them more relatable.
What is the first scene that shows Piggy as a scapegoat?
The fire that killed the boy with the birthmark
What does Jack Merridew serve as an allegory for? (multiple answers)
The primal, instinctual, and destructive/evil aspects of human nature or the rise of totalitarianism in society/how people become corrupted when they have power/authority
What are three physical traits of Jack?
Pale, redhead, tall, freckles, etc.
What are the 12 character models shown on the diagram?
Spiritual Journey: Innocent, Sage, Explorer
Leave a Mark: Outlaw, Magician, Hero
Connect to Others: Lover, Jester, Everyman
Provide Structure: Caregiver, Ruler, Artist
What 2 factors that we have learned about does moral ambiguity exhibit conflict between? These factors are essential to human nature and how we make decisions.
The id (primal instinct and pleasure principle) vs. the superego (our moral compass).
OR
Personality vs. situational factors (seen in the Stanford Prison Experiment).
Why are scapegoats used in literature?
To show themes of prejudice and social dynamics without messing with the flow of the story
What does the event of pushing of the boulder, breaking the conch and killing Piggy, serve as an allegory for in LOTF? (multiple answers)
The complete destruction of order/reasoning and/or the taking over of primal instinct