Characters
This boy becomes the group's leader.
Who is Ralph?
The boys are stranded because of this.
What is a plane crash?
This object symbolizes authority and order.
What is the conch?
"We’ve got to have rules and obey them. After all, we’re not savages." Who says this?
Who is Jack?
Ralph and Jack’s power struggle is an example of this type of conflict.
this type of conflict.What is character vs. character?
This character is overweight, wears glasses, and is often mocked.
Who is Piggy?
The boys use this to call meetings.
What is a conch shell?
This object represents hope of rescue.
What is the signal fire?
"We can use this to call the others. Have a meeting. They’ll come when they hear us." What is being referred to?
What is the conch?
The fear of the "beastie" represents this theme.
What is fear of the unknown / human imagination?
He leads the choirboys and wants to be chief.
Who is Jack?
This role is assigned to Jack and the choirboys.
What are hunters?
This is used by Jack and the hunters to assert dominance.
What are spears (or knives)?
"The thing is – fear can’t hurt you any more than a dream." Who says this and what does it reveal?
Who is Ralph? It reveals his rational thinking.
The boys must choose between civilization and savagery, which is an example of this major theme
What is civilization vs. savagery?
This character faints often and is described as mysterious.
Who is Simon?
The boys miss this opportunity because Jack was focused on hunting.
What is keeping the fire going / being rescued?
Piggy's glasses are essential for this survival task.
What is starting the fire?
“Like kids!” Who says this, and why is it ironic?
Who is Piggy? It's ironic because they are kids, but he means they’re being immature.
The struggle to maintain order on the island reflects this broader idea.
What is the fragility of society or civilization?
The twins introduced later but briefly appear here are called this.
Who are Sam and Eric?
This happens to the little boy with the birthmark.
What is he goes missing (likely killed in the fire)?
This natural setting symbolizes mystery and fear for the boys.
This natural setting symbolizes mystery and fear for the boys.
This character has a moment of peace in a hidden spot in the forest.
Who is Simon?
The conflict between the boys' instincts and the need for rules shows this kind of internal struggle.
What is internal conflict (or man vs. self)?