Flashcard: Lord of the Flies Chapters 5-6

Front

Plinth

Back

A square rock serving as a base.

Front

Ralph's dilemma

Back

A conflict between loyalty and morality.

Front

Decorum

Back

Proper behavior.

Front

Lamentably

Back

Woefully.

Front

Perilous

Back

Dangerous.

Front

Theme of civilization vs. savagery

Back

The struggle between the desire for order and the instinct for chaos.

Front

Symbolism of the conch shell

Back

Represents order, authority, and civilization.

Front

Characterization of Ralph

Back

A leader who struggles with the responsibilities of power.

Front

Role of Piggy

Back

Represents intellect and reason, often marginalized by others.

Front

Significance of the beast

Back

Symbolizes the primal instinct of savagery within humans.