Powering Through Prose: William Golding, Lord of the Flies - Chapter 1-3 Summary

The video provides a summary of chapters 1 to 3 of 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding. It covers the crash landing of a group of boys on a deserted island, their initial exploration, and the establishment of leadership and rules. Ralph is elected as chief, and the boys attempt to create a signal fire for rescue. Tensions rise as fears of a 'beastie' grow, and the boys struggle with maintaining order and survival.

What event leads to the boys being stranded on the island?

• A shipwreck

• A plane crash

• A hiking accident

• A volcanic eruption

Who is elected as the leader of the boys?

• Jack

• Ralph

• Simon

• Piggy

What is the purpose of the conch shell?

• To call meetings

• To build shelters

• To catch fish

• To store water

What do the boys decide to do to increase their chances of rescue?

• Explore the island

• Send a message in a bottle

• Create a signal fire

• Build a raft

What does Ralph believe will lead to their rescue?

• The British Navy

• A passing airplane

• Building a boat

• Finding a radio

What causes the forest fire on the island?

• A lightning strike

• Piggy's glasses

• A campfire

• A magnifying glass

What is Jack's role among the boys?

• The cook

• The leader

• The navigator

• The hunter

What do the littluns fear at night?

• A snake-like beast

• A wild animal

• A storm

• A ghost

What does Simon do when he is alone in the jungle?

• Explores the island

• Hunts for food

• Meditates

• Builds a shelter

What is the main reason for the boys' internal conflicts?

• Weather conditions

• Disagreements over leadership

• Fear of the beast

• Lack of food