Social Psychological Impact
The littleuns playing rather than helping build the forts.
What is social loafing?
The mark mankind leaves when entering the island.
What is the scar?
The antagonist.
Who is Jack?
Man's presence on the island.
Who is the parachutist?
"You told ‘em. After what I said.”
Who is Piggy?
The boys' collective fear of the imagined "beast" on the island. As fear spreads among them, they unquestioningly accept the idea of a terrifying creature without critically evaluating the evidence. This collective belief in the beast drives their actions and decisions, leading to paranoia and violence.
What is groupthink?
The time period when this book take place?
When is World War II?
The boy who emerged as a leader at the beginning of the story.
Who is Ralph?
Considered unimportant that actually saved the boys at the end.
What is the fire?
“There was a ship. Out there. You said you’d keep the fire going and you let it out!”
Who is Ralph?
Piggy, an intellectually gifted but physically vulnerable character, is mistreated and bullied by the other boys. Despite the unfair treatment, the majority of the boys either participate in the bullying or stand by and watch without intervening.
What is the bystander effect?
The setting of the story.
What is an uninhabited island in the Pacific Ocean?
He symbolizes intellect and connection to man's scientific progression.
Who is Piggy?
The establishment of different forms of authority.
What is Hobbes vs. Locke.
”I’m not going to play any longer. Not with you.”
Who is Jack?
The boys, especially those in his tribe, unquestioningly follow Jack's orders, demonstrating a form of obedience to authority.
What is Milgrim's experiment/following order by authority?
The spot in the jungle where a character finds solace and reflects on the nature of the beast.
Where is Simon's hiding spot?
He is the cruelest boy in the story who enjoys hurting others.
Initially innocent and well-mannered, devolve into a state of primal savagery as societal norms disintegrate.
What is the loss of innocence?
"Fancy thinking the Beast was something you could hunt and kill! You knew, didn't you? I'm part of you? Close, close, close! I'm the reason why it's no go? Why things are what they are?"
Who is The Lord of the Flies?
It provides anonymity and mob mentality, allowing the boys to engage in increasingly violent and unrestrained behavior.
What is face paint?
Jack's tribal headquarters.
What is castle rock?
This character is described as having a spiritual and intuitive nature. His encounter with the "Lord of the Flies" and his tragic fate contribute to the novel's exploration of human nature.
Who is Simon?
Jack becomes obsessed with hunting and gradually embraces this idea and the loss of civilized rules.
What is savagery?
"You'll get back to where you came from."
Who is Simon?