Lord of the Flies: Chapters 7-12

How does Ralph's leadership change from the beginning to the end of the novel?

• He becomes more authoritarian and less democratic.

• He becomes more focused on rescue.

• He loses confidence in his leadership abilities.

• He becomes more sympathetic towards the boys' fears.

What does the beast symbolize in the novel?

• The savagery that exists within all humans.

• The fear of the unknown.

• The natural dangers of the island.

• The boys' longing for adult supervision.

Which event marks the turning point where civilization begins to break down among the boys?

• The first successful hunt.

• The discovery of the beast.

• The fire going out, leading to a missed rescue.

• Simon's death.

What does Piggy's glasses symbolize? (select all that apply)

• Knowledge and insight.

• The power of science and intellectual endeavor.

• Savagery.

• Hunting.

How does Jack's character develop throughout the novel?

• He becomes more compassionate and understanding.

• He becomes increasingly savage and power-hungry.

• He shows a greater interest in the rules and order.

• He becomes more isolated and introspective.

What does the conch shell symbolize? (select all that apply)

• The voice of reason and order.

• Food.

• Civilization.

• Evil.

How does the novel end?

• A plane lands and rescues them.

• The boys are rescued by a naval officer.

• The boys decide to live on the island permanently.

• All the boys die.

What role does the fire play in the novel? (select all that apply)

• It symbolizes hope and civilization.

• It represents destruction and chaos.

• It is "The Beast".

• The boys don't make a fire.

How does Simon's death affect the group?

• It brings the boys back to their senses and they work harder for rescue.

• It causes further division and violence among the boys.

• They are unaffected.

• It leads to the boys' immediate rescue.

What does the naval officer symbolize at the end of the novel? (select all that apply)

• The Beast.

• The return to civilization and order.

• The adult world's inability to understand the boys' experiences.

• Fear.