Lord of the Flies

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What are the creepers in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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Vines growing out of control.

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What literary term is used in the phrase 'the creepers dropped their ropes like the rigging of foundered ships'?

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Simile.

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Why do Ralph, Jack, and Simon leave to explore the island?

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To make sure it is really an island.

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What does Simon represent as a Christ-like figure in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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A symbol.

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What is the scar on the island in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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A trail of broken trees from the plane crash.

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What is the main theme of 'Lord of the Flies'?

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The inherent evil within humanity.

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Who are the main characters in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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Ralph, Jack, Simon, Piggy.

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What does the conch shell symbolize in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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Order and civilization.

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What is the significance of the beast in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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It represents the primal instinct of savagery within humans.

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How does the setting of the island contribute to the story in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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It serves as a microcosm for society.