Themes and Symbols in Lord of the Flies

In Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies', Ralph struggles to restart the fire without Piggy's glasses, which Jack has stolen. Piggy insists on confronting Jack to retrieve them, highlighting the importance of the Conch as a symbol of order. The boys prepare to face Jack's tribe, emphasizing the conflict between civilization and savagery. At Castle Rock, a confrontation ensues, leading to Piggy's tragic death and the destruction of the Conch, symbolizing the complete breakdown of order and civilization on the island.

What does Ralph struggle to do at the beginning of the chapter?

• Find food

• Restart the fire

• Build a shelter

• Catch a pig

Why is Ralph angry at Jack?

• Jack left the group

• Jack stole Piggy's glasses

• Jack refused to hunt

• Jack broke the Conch

What does Piggy ask Ralph to do to gather the boys?

• Sing a song

• Wave a flag

• Light a fire

• Blow the Conch

What do Sam and Eric represent in the story?

• Outsiders

• Leaders

• Followers

• Rebels

What is causing tension among the boys, including Sam and Eric?

• Weather conditions

• Choice between wildness and civilization

• Fear of the beast

• Lack of food

What does Ralph find difficult about maintaining the signal fire?

• Finding a safe location

• Getting help from the boys

• Finding wood

• Keeping it lit

What does Piggy insist on doing despite the danger?

• Hunting for food

• Retrieving his glasses

• Building a new shelter

• Exploring the island

What does Piggy plan to use to assert authority over Jack?

• A spear

• The Conch

• A map

• A fire

What do the boys debate about their appearance before confronting Jack?

• Whether to wear hats

• Whether to carry weapons

• Whether to paint their faces

• Whether to wear uniforms

What does Ralph struggle to maintain on the island?

• A map of the island

• A clean water source

• A steady food supply

• Control over the boys