9th Grade Honors ELA Review

Who destroys the conch shell?

• A) Ralph

• B) Jack

• C) Roger

• D) Samneric

A compare-and-contrast text would most likely include:

• Side-by-side analysis of two subjects

• Steps in a chronological process

• A glossary and index

• An introductory narrative

What theme is most central to Lord of the Flies?

• Friendship conquers all

• Civilization vs. savagery

• Love and betrayal

• Environmental awareness

Which character represents civilization and leadership?

• Jack

• Simon

• Ralph

• Roger

How does Simon differ from the other boys?

Analyze this quote: “Maybe there is a beast... maybe it’s only us.”

Describe how Golding presents the idea of inherent human evil.

Which phrase best introduces evidence from a source?

• I think this proves...

• One time I saw...

• According to the article...

• Long ago...

Who is killed in a frenzied dance mistaken for the beast?

• Piggy

• Sam

• Simon

• Jack

Which of the following is an example of strong textual evidence?

• A) “This kind of reminds me of a time...”

• B) “The author says, ‘...’”

• C) “It felt like he was confused.”

• D) “Maybe she meant this.”