Lord of the Flies Themes

What is the significance of isolation in Lord of the Flies?

• It leads to the breakdown of societal norms and the emergence of primal instincts in the characters.

• Isolation has no significance in Lord of the Flies.

• It results in the characters becoming more civilized and cooperative.

• It leads to the reinforcement of societal norms and the suppression of primal instincts in the characters.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the theme of savagery manifest in the novel?

• The boys' embrace of peace and harmony

• The boys' dedication to building a civilized society

• The boys' descent into violence and brutality

• The boys' commitment to kindness and compassion

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What role does fear play in the boys' descent into savagery in Lord of the Flies?

• Fear is not a significant factor in the boys' descent into savagery

• Fear drives the boys to form a democratic and peaceful society

• Fear fuels the boys' descent into savagery, as it leads to paranoia, irrational behavior, and violence

• Fear encourages the boys to seek help from the adults on the island

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CCSS.RI.1.1

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CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the setting of the deserted island contribute to the plot of Lord of the Flies?

• The setting has no significant impact on the plot

• The isolation of the island allows for the breakdown of societal norms and the emergence of primal instincts

• The island setting encourages the boys to build a civilized society

• The island setting reinforces the boys' adherence to societal norms

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the character of Ralph develop throughout the novel?

• Ralph's character remains stagnant and unchanged throughout the novel

• Ralph's character develops from shy and introverted to confident and assertive

• Ralph's character develops from kind and compassionate to cruel and heartless

• Ralph's character develops from confident leader to desperate and overwhelmed

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Discuss the character development of Jack in Lord of the Flies.

• Jack becomes a peaceful and diplomatic leader

• Jack remains a civilized choir boy throughout the novel

• Jack undergoes a transformation from a civilized choir boy to a savage and power-hungry leader.

• Jack has no significant character development

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When constructing a persuasive argument, why is it important to interpret the author's purpose in "Lord of the Flies"?

• It helps identify the logical fallacies in the book.

• Understanding the author's intent can strengthen an argument by providing context for the book's themes.

• It is only necessary if the argument is based on ethos.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Evaluating the relevance of "Lord of the Flies" in today's world requires what critical thinking skill?

• Ability to recognize biases in the book's themes.

• Ability to connect the book's themes with current global issues.

• Ability to memorize and recite facts from the book.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

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CCSS.RL.9-10.7

When a writer cites the universal themes of "Lord of the Flies" as reasons for its importance, they are primarily using which persuasive technique?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Identify the rhetorical appeal: A student argues that "Lord of the Flies" should be read because it offers insights into human nature that are relevant in today's society.

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5