Chapter 5

What is Percival Wemys Madison unable to remember, causing him to cry?

• His name

• His address

• His telephone number

• His age

Why does Ralph refuse to blow the conch when Piggy suggests it?

• He is afraid of Jack

• He is worried no one will respond

• He has lost the conch

• He wants to step down as chief

What does Ralph say is the most important thing on the island?

• Building shelters

• Hunting for food

• Keeping the signal fire going

• Storing water

What does Jack call the littleuns during the meeting?

• Brave

• Crybabies

• Smart

• Lazy

What does Simon suggest about the beast?

• It is a ghost

• It comes from the sea

• It is the boys themselves

• It is a wild animal

What does Ralph wish the adults would send them?

• Food

• A sign

• A map

• A boat

What does Piggy shout when he grabs the conch?

• The beast is real

• Ghosts don't exist

• The fire is out

• We need to hunt

What does Jack do after Ralph accuses him of breaking the rules?

• Apologises

• Starts a chant

• Leaves the meeting

• Agrees with Ralph

What does the ocean symbolise in the context of Percival's claim?

• The boys' fear

• The unconscious

• The beast's home

• The boys' hope

Who is the only boy to consider walking into the forest alone at night?

• Ralph

• Piggy

• Jack

• Simon