Which best explains how Jack contributes to the central conflict in Lord of the Flies?

He challenges Ralph's rules and leadership of the boys.

He helps build the first signal fire.

Which best explains how Ralph contributes to the central conflict in Lord of the Flies?

He cannot convince the others of the importance of the fire.

He challenges the rules and disregards them.

He helps build the first signal fire.

How does the setting in Lord of the Flies affect its central conflict?

It creates the complicating incident for the plot because they are stranded alone on an island.

It creates an idyllic backdrop in which the boys face conflict with their own laziness.

The setting provides the boys with the opportunity to establish a new society free of conflict.

The setting acts as a mirror for the conflict the boys have with the Beast.

Which best explains the connection between setting and plot in Lord of the Flies ?

The two sides of the island reflect the two sides of the boys and mankind.

An idyllic backdrop set the stage the boys' conflict with their own laziness.

The setting does not affect the central conflict at all.

The setting acts as a mirror for the conflict of the boys with the Beast.

In the novel Lord of the Flies, why does the signal fire go out?

Samneric leave it to go hunting.

Ralph puts it out in frustration.

Ralph moved impatiently. The trouble was, if you were a chief you had to think, you had to be wise. And then the occasion slipped by so that you had to grab at a decision. This made you think; because thought was a valuable thing, that got results. Only, decided Ralph as he faced the chief's seat, I can't think. Not like Piggy. Once more that evening Ralph had to adjust his values. Piggy could think. Which best identifies the purpose of this passage and explains how Golding uses language to accomplish it?

The purpose is to show that leadership skills develop with time; Golding uses language to show that Ralph is growing as a person and a leader.

The purpose is to show that Piggy is most capable of leading the group; Golding gives the reader access to Ralph's thoughts to show this.

The purpose is to show that Ralph is incapable of being a good leader; Golding uses language to expose Ralph's self-doubts.

The purpose is to show that Ralph is jealous of Piggy; Golding uses language to show Ralph's inner thoughts, which reveal this.

Ralph moved impatiently. The trouble was, if you were a chief you had to think, you had to be wise. And then the occasion slipped by so that you had to grab at a decision. This made you think; because thought was a valuable thing, that got results. Only, decided Ralph as he faced the chief's seat, I can't think. Not like Piggy. Once more that evening Ralph had to adjust his values. Piggy could think. Which best identifies the purpose of this passage and explains how Golding uses language to accomplish it?

The purpose is to show that Ralph is jealous of Piggy; Golding uses language to show Ralph's inner thoughts, which reveal this.

The purpose is to show that leaders are formed through hard work; Golding uses language to show that Ralph struggles to grow into his leadership role.

The purpose is to show that Piggy is most capable of leading the group; Golding gives the reader access to Ralph's thoughts to show this.

The purpose is to show that Ralph is incapable of being a good leader; Golding uses language to expose Ralph's self-doubts.

Which best explains how Jack contributes to the conflict between order and chaos on the island?

His lack of respect for Ralph and the rules pit the boys against each other.

His hunting skill allows him to feed the boys.

His ability to make friends with everyone makes him somewhat mysterious.

His obsession with keeping the fire lit interferes with food gathering.

Which best explains how Simon contributes to the plot of Lord of the Flies?

His quiet and mysterious ways help him to befriend many of the boys.

His lack of respect for Ralph and the rules pit the boys against each other.

His hunting skill allows him to feed the boys.

His obsession with keeping the fire lit interferes with food gathering.

Read the passage. "I been in bed so much I done some thinking. I know about people. I know about me. And him. He can't hurt you: but if you stand out of the way he'd hurt the next thing. And that's me." Which is the best inference one could make about Piggy, based on the passage?

Piggy realizes that the other boys don't like him, especially Jack.

Piggy is not sure that Ralph is a good leader.

Jack wishes he and Ralph were better friends.

Read the passage. "I been in bed so much I done some thinking. I know about people. I know about me. And him. He can't hurt you: but if you stand out of the way he'd hurt the next thing. And that's me." Which is the best inference about Piggy, based on the passage?

Piggy wishes he could be chief.

Piggy is scared he might hurt himself.

Piggy wishes he and Ralph were better friends.

Read the sentences. The stalk of the plant was thick and tough. The wolf will stalk the weakest deer. Which best contrasts the meanings of the underlined words?

The first word means a part of a plant; the second word means to pursue sneakily.

The first word means a very narrow plant; the second word means to watch.

The first word describes the plant's color; the second word means to befriend.

The first word means upward growth; the second word means to ignore.

Read the sentences. When I bat , I have a left-handed stance. The bat flew out of the cave in a rush. Which best contrasts the meanings of the underlined words?

The first word means to hit a ball; the second word means a small, flying mammal.

The first word means a piece of sports equipment; the second word means to hit a ball.

The first word means to hit a ball; the second word means a piece of sports equipment.

The first word means to swat at something with one's hands; the second word means a small, flying mammal.

Read the sentences. When you row the boat, be sure to pay attention to which direction you want to go. My boyfriend and I ended the night with an awful row. Which best explains the meanings of the underlined terms?

The first word is a verb referring to propelling a boat with a paddle; the second word is a noun describing a fight or argument.

The first word is a noun describing a fight or argument; the second word is a verb referring to propelling a boat with a paddle.

The first word is a noun describing a straight formation; the second word is an adjective explaining a great loss.

The first word is an adjective explaining a great loss ; the second word is a noun describing a straight formation.

Read the sentences. Alena moped all weekend after losing the tennis match. Justin rides his moped to school when the weather is nice. Which best explains the meanings of the underlined terms?

The first word is a verb meaning "to pout"; the second word is a verb meaning "to race."

The first word is a verb meaning "to pout"; the second word is a noun referring to a small motorbike.

The first word is a verb having to do with speed; the second word is a verb meaning to skateboard.

The first word is a verb meaning to skateboard; the second word is a verb having to do with speed.

Review the detail. Roger throws rocks at the littlun playing by himself on the beach Which best explains what this event foreshadows ?

Roger's throwing a large rock down the mountain and killing Piggy

A littlun who goes missing and is thought to be lost in the fire

Simon's releasing the parachute caught on a rock on the mountain

Jack's forming a new tribe and setting up camp at Castle Rock

Which event foreshadows the boys' descent into savagery?

Jack punches Piggy in the stomach and smacks his glasses off.

Sam and Eric fall asleep while watching the signal fire.

Ralph is irritated that only Simon helps him to build huts on the beach.

Piggy insists that there is no Beast living on the island.

What does the Lord of the Flies (the actual pig head) symbolize?

the power of the group mentality

Read both sentences closely. My father asked me to hand him the wrench for the sink repair. For the guitar player, his hands were the source of his livelihood. Which best describes the definition for the underlined word in each sentence ?

In the first sentence, hand means "to give something to someone." In the second sentence, hand means "a part of the body."

In the first sentence, hand means "a part of the body"; in the second sentence, it describes someone or something that provides assistance.

In both sentences, hand describes someone or something that provides assistance.

In the first sentence, hand means "to hold someone's hand in order to help them." In the second sentence, it means "to give something to someone."

Read both sentences closely. Seizing his stick, he made a shield of his knapsack, and got out of the kennel as best as he could, but not without enlarging the rents in his already tattered garments. His rent was due on the last Friday of every month. Which best explains the meaning(s) of the underlined word as it is used in the sentences?

In the first sentence, rents means "large tears in a piece of fabric." In the second sentence, it means "a payment to a landlord."

In both sentences, rent means "a regular payment to a landlord."

In the first sentence, rent means "to pay someone for the use of something." In the second sentence, rent is "a specific payment to a landlord."

In both sentences, rent means "profits or returns from production."

How does Golding's use of third-person omniscient point of view in Lord of the Flies help develop the conflict between Jack and Ralph?

The reader has access to both boys' thoughts, so their growing frustration with each other and the conflict between their perspectives is quite clear.

The reader does not have access to either boy's thoughts, so the conflict must be developed through their actions.

The reader has access only to Jack's thoughts, so his obsession with hunting almost seems rational.

The reader has access only to Ralph's thoughts, so his growing frustration with Jack's hunting obsession is clear.

How does Golding's use of third-person omniscient point of view in Lord of the Flies help reveal the fears on the island?

The reader can access all of the boys' fears.

The reader can only access Ralph's fears.

The reader can access only Jack's fears.

The reader can access none of the boys' fears.

Read the sentence. My friend's brothers posed for me beside their guitars, beautiful antique instruments. What is the appositive or appositive phrase and the word it renames in the sentence?

beautiful antique instruments; renames guitars

beside their guitars; renames me

Which explains how Simon contributes to the plot of Lord of the Flies?

He understands where the Beast comes from.

He challenges Ralph's ability to lead the boys.

He settles problems among the boys.

Which explains how Simon contributes to the plot of Lord of the Flies?

His death is the first evidence of the level of savagery the boys have reached.

He challenges Ralph's ability to lead the boys.

He settles problems among the boys using his strong leadership skills.

Which event represents the complicating incident in Lord of the Flies?

The British naval officer arrives.

Which event represents the climax in Lord of the Flies?

The British naval officer sees the boys.

Review the detail. At the end of the novel, Jack thinks about declaring himself the leader of the boys to the naval officer, but then changes his mind. How does this decision help resolve the novel's main conflict?

He has finally given his consent for Ralph to lead the group.

It absolves him from the guilt of Simon's death.

His action allows the boys to be rescued at last.

It shows that he has become the best leader among the boys.

Review the detail. At the end of the novel, Ralph declares himself the leader of the group of boys to the naval officer. How does this decision help resolve the novel's main conflict?

It shows that he has become the best leader among the boys.

It absolves him from the guilt of Simon's death.

He has finally given his consent for Jack to lead the group.

His action allows the boys to be rescued at last.

Read the passage. Roger edged past the chief, only just avoiding pushing him with his shoulder. The yelling ceased, and Samneric lay looking up in quiet terror. Roger advanced upon them as one wielding a nameless authority. Which best explains how life on the island has changed Roger's beliefs?

He has come to believe that there are no consequences for bad behavior.

He has come to believe that all life is sacred.

He has come to believe that he cannot follow his own will.

He has come to believe that he is a better leader than Jack.

Read the passage from the end of "Lord of the Flies." Then the twins lay, astonished, and the tribe stood round them. Jack turned to Ralph and spoke between his teeth. "See? They do what I want." Which best explains how life on the island has changed Jack's values?

He has come to value power over fairness.

He has come to value loyalty over brutality.

He has come to value fighting over meetings.

He has come to value friendship over power.

Which sentence uses the word naive properly?

Shelly was naive to trust with her money the salesman she had just met.

The naive crowd booed and jeered until the band left the stage.

The landscaping was beautiful and naive.

Which sentence uses the word stance properly?

What is Josie's stance on the required school uniforms?

If you stance over there I can see you better.

Jerome was stance in his beliefs about his religion.

Which sentence uses the word minute properly?

The stain was so minute, it could hardly be seen.

There was a minute recipe in the magazine that I was dying to try.

If you can be a bit more minute, you might get along with others better.

Which sentence uses the word entrance properly?

Shelbi will entrance you with her lovely singing voice.

I can entrance when I feel too stressed out.

My boss has a great entrance; he just says it like it is.

Hugo loves an interesting entrance to read.

Which sentence uses the word cache properly?

The hunters left a cache of drinking water in the cabin.

I need to earn some cache for my summer trip.

Did you cache the check from Grandma Phyllis?

The cache left on the counter was for the tip.

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15 mins • 1 pt

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.

Which is the best inference that can be drawn about how these experiences shaped his writing?

They stimulated him to write about true human nature under pressure.

They influenced the light tone of his writing.

They steered him toward writing poetry.

They allowed him a positive outlook on mankind.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.

Which is the best inference to draw about his experiences in these events?

They were uplifting and powerful.

There were horrible and tragic.

They didn't affect him at all.

They were special and treasured.

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Which event foreshadows a conflict between Ralph and Jack?

The boys exploring the island together

Ralph standing on his head

The out-of-control fire

Their bickering over Jack's hesitation in hunting the pig

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Which event foreshadows a conflict between Ralph and Jack?

The boys exploring the island together

Ralph standing on his head

The out-of-control fire

Jack's sarcastic clapping when Ralph is elected chief

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Read the passage.
"Aren't you going to swim?"
Piggy shook his head.
"I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--"
"Sucks to your ass-mar!"
Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.

What does this passage tell you about Ralph?

He was used to being a leader.

He would teach Piggy to swim.

He was a protector.

He was used to being made fun of.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Read the passage.
"Aren't you going to swim?"
Piggy shook his head.
"I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--"
"Sucks to your ass-mar!"
Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.

What does this passage tell you about Piggy?

He was used to being a leader.

He was used to being made fun of.

He would learn to swim quickly.

He was encouraged to try new things.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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15 mins • 1 pt

Read the sentence.
As soon as I perfect the art of crocheting, I will make you the
perfect winter hat!

Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?

synonyms

antonyms

apositives

homographs

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Lord of the Flies review

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.

Which is the best inference that can be drawn about how these experiences shaped his writing?

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.

Which is the best inference to draw about his experiences in these events?

Which event foreshadows a conflict between Ralph and Jack?

Which event foreshadows a conflict between Ralph and Jack?

Read the passage.
"Aren't you going to swim?"
Piggy shook his head.
"I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--"
"Sucks to your ass-mar!"
Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.

What does this passage tell you about Ralph?

Read the passage.
"Aren't you going to swim?"
Piggy shook his head.
"I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--"
"Sucks to your ass-mar!"
Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.

What does this passage tell you about Piggy?

Read the sentence.
As soon as I perfect the art of crocheting, I will make you the
perfect winter hat!

Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?

Read the sentence.
When she walks through the chapel's entrance in her wedding gown, she will entrance the groom to be.

Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?

Which is a character trait of Jack?

Which is a character trait of Piggy?

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Lord of the Flies review

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.Which is the best inference that can be drawn about how these experiences shaped his writing?

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.Which is the best inference to draw about his experiences in these events?

Which event foreshadows a conflict between Ralph and Jack?

Which event foreshadows a conflict between Ralph and Jack?

Read the passage."Aren't you going to swim?"Piggy shook his head."I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--""Sucks to your ass-mar!"Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.What does this passage tell you about Ralph?

Read the passage."Aren't you going to swim?"Piggy shook his head."I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--""Sucks to your ass-mar!"Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.What does this passage tell you about Piggy?

Read the sentence.As soon as I perfect the art of crocheting, I will make you the perfect winter hat!Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?

Read the sentence.When she walks through the chapel's entrance in her wedding gown, she will entrance the groom to be.Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?

Which is a character trait of Jack?

Which is a character trait of Piggy?

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William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.

Which is the best inference that can be drawn about how these experiences shaped his writing?

William Golding took part in many battles during World War II, including D-Day.

Which is the best inference to draw about his experiences in these events?

Read the passage.
"Aren't you going to swim?"
Piggy shook his head.
"I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--"
"Sucks to your ass-mar!"
Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.

What does this passage tell you about Ralph?

Read the passage.
"Aren't you going to swim?"
Piggy shook his head.
"I can't swim. I wasn't allowed. My asthma--"
"Sucks to your ass-mar!"
Piggy bore this with a sort of humble patience.

What does this passage tell you about Piggy?

Read the sentence.
As soon as I perfect the art of crocheting, I will make you the
perfect winter hat!

Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?

Read the sentence.
When she walks through the chapel's entrance in her wedding gown, she will entrance the groom to be.

Which best identifies the relationship between the two underlined words in the sentence?