Lord of the Flies Vocabulary Terms Chapters 1-8

What is the meaning of the term 'Author’s Purpose' as used in 'Lord of the Flies' Chapters 1-8?

• Reasons authors write a piece of literature: persuade, inform, entertain, describe

• The main characters’ motivations in the story

• The setting and time period of the novel

• The author’s favorite literary device

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What does 'Audience' refer to in literature?

• The group of people who have gathered to watch or listen to something, such as a play, concert, or someone speaking.

• A type of literary device used to create suspense.

• The main character in a story or play.

• A collection of poems written by an author.

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What is meant by 'Author’s message' in a literary work?

• The underlying theme, idea, or moral the writer intends to communicate through their work.

• The biography of the author included in the book.

• The literal events that happen in the story.

• The title and cover design chosen for the book.

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What is a 'Theme' in literature?

• The universal idea, message, or lesson explored throughout the work of literature.

• The chronological order of events in a story.

• The main character in a story.

• The setting where the story takes place.

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What does the term 'Symbol' mean in literature?

• An item or something that stands for more than itself.

• A character who is always the villain.

• A type of poem with a specific rhyme scheme.

• A setting that is always real and factual.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What does 'Enmity' mean?

• Deep-seated dislike or ill will; intense hatred for someone.

• A feeling of great joy or happiness.

• A temporary pause or break in activity.

• A strong desire to achieve something.

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What does 'Intricate' mean?

• Having many complexly interrelating parts or elements. It can also mean difficult to resolve or analyze.

• Being very simple and easy to understand.

• Relating to something that is old or ancient.

• Describing something that is very large in size.

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What does 'Pallid' mean?

• Pale, typically because of poor health.

• Strong and healthy.

• Very colorful.

• Extremely energetic.

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What does 'Avidly' mean?

• With great interest or enthusiasm.

• Without any interest.

• In a slow and lazy manner.

• With confusion and doubt.

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What does 'Inscrutable' mean?

• Impossible to understand or interpret.

• Easy to predict or explain.

• Related to writing or literature.

• Likely to change frequently.

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