Exploring Chapters 4 and 6 of Lord of the Flies

What event leads to the boys' first hunt in Chapter 4?

• The boys' desire to hunt for food and prove themselves.

• They want to find a lost member of the group.

• The boys are trying to escape from a storm.

• The boys are forced to hunt by the adults.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does Ralph feel about the fire in Chapter 4?

• Ralph is indifferent about the fire.

• Ralph feels scared and wants to put it out.

• Ralph is only excited about the fire.

• Ralph feels both excited and anxious about the fire.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does Jack's obsession with hunting symbolize in Chapter 4?

• Jack's obsession with hunting symbolizes his descent into savagery and loss of civilization.

• Jack's obsession with hunting reflects his commitment to teamwork.

• Jack's obsession with hunting symbolizes his desire for friendship.

• Jack's obsession with hunting represents his love for nature.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Describe the significance of the 'beast' in Chapter 4.

• The 'beast' represents the boys' desire for power and control over each other.

• The 'beast' symbolizes the boys' longing for civilization and order.

• The 'beast' symbolizes the primal instincts and fears within the boys, representing their descent into savagery.

• The 'beast' is a literal creature that the boys fear and hunt throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What conflict arises between Ralph and Jack in Chapter 6?

• Ralph and Jack conflict over the priorities of the group, specifically the importance of the signal fire versus hunting.

• Ralph wants to explore the island while Jack insists on staying near the camp.

• Ralph and Jack argue about the best way to build shelters.

• Jack believes the group should focus on finding food instead of maintaining the fire.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the group's perception of the beast change in Chapter 6?

• The group thinks the beast is a sign of good luck and prosperity.

• The group believes the beast is a mythical creature that can be hunted.

• The group begins to see the beast as a symbol of their inner darkness rather than just a physical entity.

• The group starts to view the beast as a guardian of the island.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What role does Piggy play in the discussions about the beast in Chapter 6?

• Piggy fears the beast and encourages others to hide.

• Piggy dismisses the idea of the beast as a myth and refuses to discuss it.

• Piggy believes the beast is a physical creature that must be hunted.

• Piggy advocates for reason and logic in the discussions about the beast.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author use imagery to depict the island in these chapters?

• The author employs vivid imagery of the island's natural beauty to create a captivating and mysterious atmosphere.

• The author avoids using any descriptive language about the island.

• The author focuses solely on the island's historical significance.

• Imagery is used to describe the island's inhabitants rather than its landscape.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the impact of the boys' descent into savagery as seen in Chapters 4 and 6?

• The boys become more civilized and cooperative.

• The boys' descent leads to improved communication and teamwork.

• The boys establish a strict set of rules and order.

• The boys' descent into savagery leads to increased violence, chaos, and the breakdown of social order.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How do the events in these chapters foreshadow future conflicts among the boys?

• The events indicate that the boys will all agree on their decisions.

• The events foreshadow future conflicts by illustrating the boys' differing values and the emergence of rival factions.

• The events suggest that the boys will work together to solve problems.

• The events highlight the boys' strong friendship and unity.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9