Lord of the Flies Review

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What does the conch represent in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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Dignity, civility, and order.

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Who is considered Christ-like and represents goodness in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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Simon.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'The sun in the west was a drop of burning gold'?

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Metaphor.

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What does the hunters' dance symbolize in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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Savagery, fun, and irrationality among the boys.

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What do the masks symbolize in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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A disguise that shows the boys have become 'someone else' with different values and behavior norms.

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What does the beast represent in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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The primal instinct of savagery that exists within all humans.

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What is the significance of Piggy's glasses in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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They symbolize knowledge, reason, and the power of science.

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How does the fire function as a symbol in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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It represents hope for rescue and the boys' connection to civilization.

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What does the character Jack represent in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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The desire for power and the descent into savagery.

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What is the role of Simon in 'Lord of the Flies'?

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He represents innate human goodness and moral integrity.