Exploring Themes in Lord of the Flies

Which character volunteers to go alone through the forest to Piggy and the littluns in Chapter 6, showing bravery and responsibility?

• Jack

• Simon

• Ralph

• Roger

In Chapters 6-7, what does the 'beast from air' actually turn out to be?

• A wild boar

• A dead parachutist

• A snake

• A shadow

What does the conch shell symbolise during the boys' meeting in these chapters?

• Violence

• Authority and order

• The beast

• Friendship

How does Ralph’s attitude towards hunting change in Chapter 7?

• He becomes more enthusiastic and excited

• He remains completely uninterested

• He is disgusted and refuses to participate

• He is afraid and runs away

What does the boys’ reaction to the 'beast' on the mountain reveal about their psychological state?

• They are calm and rational

• They are increasingly fearful and irrational

• They are excited and curious

• They are indifferent

Why does Jack challenge Ralph’s leadership in these chapters?

• He wants to return home

• He is jealous of Ralph’s authority and wants more power

• He is afraid of the beast

• He wants to build more shelters

What does the act of the boys re-enacting the pig hunt with Robert as the pig symbolise?

• Their growing savagery and loss of control

• Their teamwork and unity

• Their respect for life

• Their fear of the beast

Which character is most sceptical about the existence of the beast in these chapters?

• Jack

• Simon

• Ralph

• Roger

What is the significance of the boys climbing the mountain at night to look for the beast?

• It shows their courage and unity

• It highlights their fear and the power of imagination

• It is a way to find food

• It is a punishment

How does the setting of the mountain contribute to the mood during the search for the beast?

• It creates a sense of safety and comfort

• It adds to the tension and fear

• It is irrelevant to the mood

• It makes the boys feel happy