Individual Work: Chapter 9 Lord of the Flies

Which of the following statements best describes the significance of Jack seizing control of the conch at the beginning of Chapter 8?

• When Jack seizes the conch it signifies his desire to follow Ralph’s rules.

• When Jack seizes the conch it signifies Jack’s desire to be more organized.

• When Jack seizes the conch it signifies the threat of savagery overpowering civilization on the island.

• When Jack seizes the conch it signifies his desire to be more like Ralph.

Which of the following inferences best explains why the boys are hesitant to vote against Ralph and in favor of Jack?

• Since Jack has only killed one pig so far, the boys aren’t convinced that he is a reliable provider.

• The majority of the boys still favor Ralph’s logical, rules-based approach to leadership.

• The boys are afraid of what Ralph may do to them if he gets voted out of power.

• The boys are afraid of change.

How does the author mainly show Piggy’s positive influence over Ralph?

• Piggy makes helpful suggestions to engage Ralph in action.

• Piggy provides an ear and listens without interruption to Ralph.

• Piggy yells at Ralph and tells him to snap out of it.

• Piggy suggests that Ralph and the other boys take a break from work for a few hours to play and enjoy the beautiful weather.

Which of the following best states what Simon sees while alone in the forest?

• a littlun who was accidentally killed during the hunt

• the beast

• the decapitated pig’s head on a spear

• a ship