Lord of the flies

What was rising among the creepers in the text?

• Water

• Smoke

• Fog

• Dust

Answer explanation

In the text, it is mentioned that smoke was rising among the creepers, indicating a fire or some form of combustion. This makes 'Smoke' the correct answer, as it directly relates to the context provided.

What appeared at the root of one wisp?

• A flash of light

• A flash of fire

• A flash of water

• A flash of wind

Answer explanation

The phrase 'a flash of fire' suggests a sudden appearance of flames or heat, which aligns with the imagery of a wisp, often associated with fire. The other options do not fit the context as well as fire does.

What did the small flames do at the trunk of a tree?

• Danced

• Crawled away

• Disappeared

• Grew larger

Answer explanation

The small flames at the trunk of a tree 'crawled away' suggests they were moving or spreading, rather than dancing, disappearing, or growing larger. This indicates a dynamic action rather than a static or diminishing one.

What did the squirrel do in the text?

• Climbed a mountain

• Leapt on the wings of the wind

• Dug a hole

• Swam across a river

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Leapt on the wings of the wind', suggests a sense of freedom and agility, which aligns with typical squirrel behavior, unlike the other options that do not fit the context of a squirrel's actions.

What did the fire do beneath the dark canopy of leaves?

• Extinguished

• Laid hold on the forest

• Created a storm

• Froze

Answer explanation

The fire laid hold on the forest, indicating it spread and affected the area beneath the leaves. The other options, like extinguished or froze, contradict the idea of fire's impact.

What color was the smoke that rolled toward the sea?

• Red and blue

• Black and yellow

• Green and white

• Purple and orange

Answer explanation

The smoke that rolled toward the sea was described as 'black and yellow,' indicating a combination of dark and bright colors, which is often associated with fire or chemical reactions.

How did the boys react to the sight of the flames?

• They ran away

• They broke into shrill, excited cheering

• They started crying

• They ignored it

Answer explanation

The boys reacted to the sight of the flames by breaking into shrill, excited cheering, indicating their thrill and enthusiasm rather than fear or indifference.

How did the flames creep in the text?

• Like a snake

• Like a jaguar

• Like a bird

• Like a fish

Answer explanation

The flames crept in 'like a jaguar' because this simile suggests stealth and agility, similar to how a jaguar moves. This imagery evokes a sense of danger and intensity, fitting for the context of flames.

What did the heart of flame do across the gap between the trees?

• Leapt nimbly

• Stood still

• Disappeared

• Froze

Answer explanation

The phrase 'leapt nimbly' suggests an active and agile movement, indicating that the heart of flame moved energetically across the gap between the trees, making it the correct choice over the other options.

What was the forest beneath the capering boys described as?

• Calm and peaceful

• Savage with smoke and flame

• Quiet and serene

• Dark and cold

Answer explanation

The forest was described as 'savage with smoke and flame,' indicating a chaotic and destructive environment, contrasting with the other options that suggest tranquility or coldness.