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WorksheetsLord of the Flies Review
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The elected leader of the group.
Jack
Simon
Ralph
Piggy
The leader of the hunters.
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Roger
Represents wisdom and insight.
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Piggy
The one who knew all along that the beast was themselves.
Simon
Jack
Piggy
Ralph
The plane crash represents
Democracy
the breakdown of society
loss of reason
law and order
The signal fire represents
hope
fear
the present generation of evil
anarchy
The conch represents
wisdom
the beast
fear
order
Piggy and his glasses represent
weapons of war
wisdom
fear
the evil inside everyone
The death of Piggy and the destruction of the conch represents
hope
the emerging generation of evil
fear
the failure of society
The imagined beast represents
superstition/fear
hope
weapons of war
the dead parachutist
The importance of the conch is immediately established in chapter 1.
What does the conch symbolize?
Authority and order
Unity
Brotherhood
Tyranny
The importance of order and organization is emphasized in chapter 3. One of the things the boys agree is that they cannot talk at meetings unless __________
they are dressed properly
they are holding the conch
they have nothing important to say
none of these
Which of the following themes is not present in The Lord of the Flies?
Innocence
Savagery
Civilization
Romance
Jack
What is one of the themes of Lord of the Flies?
Society is harsh without women
Warning about the dangers of mob mentality
Civilization progression is always moving forward in a positive direction
Leaders should always be trusted and followed
One of the many themes of this book could be
savagery v. civilization
children v. adults
laws and rules are not needed
One example of the transformation from innocence to savagery is
choir boys turning into murderers
non-swimmers turning into swimmers
leaders changing their minds about camp location
What type of government is set up in the beginning of the story?
Monarchy: Ralph was appointed king by Divine Right
Republic: All boys took turns serving in leadership
Democracy: A nomination and a vote for leadership
Dictatorship: Ralph took control and manipulated or forced his will on others
What type of government is set up with Jack as the leader?
Monarchy: He was appointed king by Divine Right
Republic: All boys took turns serving in leadership
Democracy: A nomination and a vote for leadership
Dictatorship: He took control and manipulated or forced his will on others
Which character is the smart and wears glasses?
Ralph
Piggy
Jack
Simon
Which member of the choir boys fainted?
Jack
Simon
Piggy
Johnny
What is the symbol of authority in chapter 1?
Piggy's glasses
The conch shell
The scar
The choir robes
Who is the author of LOTF?
Bill Gold
Will Smith
William Golding
Jack Will
Who thinks of the idea to blow into the shell to call the others?
Ralph
Piggy
Jack
SImon
Who is the leader of the choir boys?
Jack
Ralph
Piggy
Which character believes his father (a commander in the Navy) will rescue them?
Jack
Ralph
Simon
Why do Ralph, Jack and Simon leave to explore the island ?
to look for food
to go swimming
to make fun of Piggy
to make sure it is really an island
Why were the boys being evacuated ( on the plane)?
an atomic bomb was dropped
they were being kidnapped
they were banished for misbehaving in their schools
What is the scar on the island?
a swimming hole
a trail of broken trees from the plane crash
a birthmark
a rocky area
Why can't Piggy run or swim?
he is too young
he has asthma
he is scared
What are the names of the twins?
Sally and Sarah
Sam and Eric
Joe and Shawn
What type of animal do the boys see?
lizard
pig
horse
dog
What are the creepers?
bugs in the woods
vines growing out of control
Who suggested they vote on a leader?
Ralph
Roger
Piggy
Who is elected the leader?
Simon
Piggy
Ralph
Jack
The elected leader of the group.
Jack
Simon
Ralph
Piggy
The leader of the hunters.
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Roger
Represents wisdom and insight.
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Piggy
The one who knew all along that the beast was themselves.
Simon
Jack
Piggy
Ralph
The plane crash represents
Democracy
the breakdown of society
loss of reason
law and order
The signal fire represents
hope
fear
the present generation of evil
anarchy
The conch represents
wisdom
the beast
fear
order
Piggy and his glasses represent
weapons of war
wisdom
fear
the evil inside everyone
The death of Piggy and the destruction of the conch represents
hope
the emerging generation of evil
fear
the failure of society
The imagined beast represents
superstition/fear
hope
weapons of war
the dead parachutist
The importance of the conch is immediately established in chapter 1.
What does the conch symbolize?
Authority and order
Unity
Brotherhood
Tyranny
The importance of order and organization is emphasized in chapter 3. One of the things the boys agree is that they cannot talk at meetings unless __________
they are dressed properly
they are holding the conch
they have nothing important to say
none of these
Which of the following themes is not present in The Lord of the Flies?
Innocence
Savagery
Civilization
Romance
Jack
What is one of the themes of Lord of the Flies?
Society is harsh without women
Warning about the dangers of mob mentality
Civilization progression is always moving forward in a positive direction
Leaders should always be trusted and followed
One of the many themes of this book could be
savagery v. civilization
children v. adults
laws and rules are not needed
One example of the transformation from innocence to savagery is
choir boys turning into murderers
non-swimmers turning into swimmers
leaders changing their minds about camp location
What type of government is set up in the beginning of the story?
Monarchy: Ralph was appointed king by Divine Right
Republic: All boys took turns serving in leadership
Democracy: A nomination and a vote for leadership
Dictatorship: Ralph took control and manipulated or forced his will on others
What type of government is set up with Jack as the leader?
Monarchy: He was appointed king by Divine Right
Republic: All boys took turns serving in leadership
Democracy: A nomination and a vote for leadership
Dictatorship: He took control and manipulated or forced his will on others
Which of William Golding's prior experiences in life might have influenced the development of his characters in LOTF?
(a)
Which of the main characters we've read about was good looking, confident, and appeared to others to be the best choice for leaders?
(a)
Which of the characters is portrayed as bossy, a show off, and power hungry?
(a)
Understanding that the boys were military school students, what can you infer about what the conch shell symbolizes to them? (mark all that apply)
Rescue
War
Home
Order
Which word is the best choice to mean "acting with style, drama or flamboyance"?
acrid
flourish
pallid
fastidious
Which of the main characters the only one described as intelligent?
(a)
The author assigns 3 traits to one of the main characters to portray him as vulnerable. Name one.
Asthma
Limp
Obesity
Anxiety
When exploring the island, the boys stop to push a boulder over the edge of a cliff. This is most likely representative of which of the following themes?
Man's need to be saved.
Man's desire for companionship.
Man's pursuit of existential relevance.
Man's tendency to dominate his environment.
Ralph gives Piggy a job instead of allowing him to come on the exploration of the island. What was it?
(a)
Ralph gives Jack a job after Jack showed frustration about not being elected leader. What was it?
(a)
Who is the family member who raised Piggy?
His military commander father
His mother
His father
His aunt
What does the family member who raises Piggy do for a living?
They are a military commander
They have a candy store
They are a butcher
They are a baker.
Why were the boys on the plane in the first place?
They were going home
They were on a training exercise.
They were being evacuated
They were transferring schools
Why did Piggy get upset with Ralph?
(a)
Why do the boys decide they need to explore?
To find their plane
To be sure they are on an island
To salvage for supplies
To keep the survivors from panicking
What does the conch symbolize in Lord of the Flies?
Fear, isolation, and oppression
Order, civilization, and democracy
Freedom, equality, and justice
Chaos, anarchy, and dictatorship
What is the significance of the beast in Lord of the Flies?
It represents the boys' innocence and purity
It symbolizes the boys' unity and strength
It signifies the boys' intelligence and resourcefulness
It represents the innate evil and darkness within the boys, as well as the fear and paranoia that grows within them.
How does the character of Ralph develop throughout the novel?
Ralph's character remains stagnant and unchanged throughout the novel
Ralph's character develops from shy and introverted to confident and assertive
Ralph's character develops from kind and compassionate to cruel and heartless
Ralph's character develops from confident leader to desperate and overwhelmed
Discuss the character development of Jack in Lord of the Flies.
Jack becomes a peaceful and diplomatic leader
Jack remains a civilized choir boy throughout the novel
Jack undergoes a transformation from a civilized choir boy to a savage and power-hungry leader.
Jack has no significant character development
What societal themes are explored in Lord of the Flies?
Civilization vs. savagery, loss of innocence, inherent evil in human nature
Love and romance, political corruption, economic inequality
Survival, island life, war time incidents
Games kids play, British culture
How does the novel portray the struggle for power among the boys?
By forming a democratic government
By seeking help from the adults on the island
Through the formation of rival groups, the use of violence and manipulation, and the emergence of a dominant leader.
Through peaceful negotiations and compromise
What is the significance of isolation in Lord of the Flies?
It leads to the breakdown of societal norms and the emergence of primal instincts in the characters.
Isolation has no significance in Lord of the Flies.
It results in the characters becoming more civilized and cooperative.
It leads to the reinforcement of societal norms and the suppression of primal instincts in the characters.
How does the theme of savagery manifest in the novel?
The boys' embrace of peace and harmony
The boys' dedication to building a civilized society
The boys' descent into violence and brutality
The boys' commitment to kindness and compassion
How does the novel Lord of the Flies explore the theme of loss of innocence?
By showing the boys' transformation from civilized children to savage hunters
By depicting the boys' growth into mature and responsible adults
By illustrating the boys' ability to maintain their innocence despite the harsh conditions
Loss of innocence is not a theme in Lord of the Flies
What role does fear play in the boys' descent into savagery in Lord of the Flies?
Fear is not a significant factor in the boys' descent into savagery
Fear drives the boys to form a democratic and peaceful society
Fear fuels the boys' descent into savagery, as it leads to paranoia, irrational behavior, and violence
Fear encourages the boys to seek help from the adults on the island
How does the setting of the deserted island contribute to the plot of Lord of the Flies?
The setting has no significant impact on the plot
The isolation of the island allows for the breakdown of societal norms and the emergence of primal instincts
The island setting encourages the boys to build a civilized society
The island setting reinforces the boys' adherence to societal norms
In Chapter 1, what is one of the first rules the boys make?
The littluns have to stay away from the biguns
Everyone has to come to meetings
Whoever has the conch can speak
They need to use the restroom near the shoreline
Who becomes obsessed with hunting?
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Henry
What is the age range of the boys on the island?
The boys age ranges from 6 to about 12
The boys ages range from toddler to late teen
The boys are all in their teens
The boys are 8 years old and under
What do the boys have that is a symbol of authority in the society they form?
A conch shell
A British flag
A Bible
A tree branch
How does the author characterize Piggy as someone who is weaker and less capable than the other boys?
Piggy is less intelligent than the others
Piggy has asthma, wears glasses, and is overweight
Piggy is the youngest boy on the island
Piggy is quiet and shy
In chapter 2, what frightening thing does the boy with a birthmark on his face say he saw at night?
An enemy warplane
A ghost
A beastie
A nastie
What does Ralph say the most important thing to do is?
Keep the fire going
Hunt
Make a list of who is there
Cook the food that they have
Where does Simon often go alone?
To the top of castle rock
To a clearing in the jungle
Hunting
To the beach
In chapter 4, what happens when the signal fire goes out?
A ship passes by
A plane flies overhead
Jack apologizes
Ralph sets the forest on fire
What do the boys do during the feast of the first pig?
They have a vote for a new leader
They talk about going home
They dance around the fire chanting
They make plans to build better shelters
In chapter 5, what happens to the group at the end of the meeting?
Ralph says he's done being the leader
Jack runs off with most of the older boys
The beast attacks them
Piggy starts to blow the conch
In chapter 6, what comes down from the sky?
A dead pilot with his parachute
The beast
A weather balloon
A fighter plane
In chapter 6, where does the expedition take Jack and Ralph?
To the beach
Into the lagoon
To the clearing, where they see the Lord of the Flies
To a cave in an unexplored part of the island
In chapter 6, what do the boys want to do when Ralph says they have to keep searching?
Go back to the beach
Stay up all night telling ghost stories
Go for a swim
Build a fort where they are
In Chapter 7, who hits the boar with a spear and feels the excitement of the hunt?
Ralph
Jack
Robert
Piggy
What do Sam and Eric see that they assume is "the beast"?
a giant boar
a ferocious bear
a dead parachutist
the devil
What do Jack and his followers leave as a "gift" for "the beast"?
the conch shell
Piggy's glasses
a large piece of firewood
a pig's head on a stick
Who has a "conversation" with "the beast"?
Piggy
Simon
Jack
Ralph
Why do the boys begin their "dance" in Chapter 9?
They hear music coming from the forest
They are afraid of the storm, and think it will conquer fear
They just enjoy dancing
They want to attract another pig
Who or what stumbles out of the forest during the boys' ritualistic dance?
the beast
a wild boar
the dead parachutist
Simon
What is the end result of the ritualistic "dance"?
The storm disappears, and the boys are safe again.
Simon is savagely killed.
Jack is voted in as the new chief.
The conch shell is lost at sea.
What does "Simon" symbolize in this novel?
stupidity
purity and the good side of human nature
the beast and all that is evil
authority
What does the sow's head on the stick symbolize?
Simon's fear
logic and reason
evil, the devil
safety
What might have changed if there had been no fear of "the beast"?
Ralph might still be a beloved leader
The signal fire would still be going
They would already be rescued
Simon would not have been killed
represents savagery and anarchy
Simon
Ralph
Jack
Piggy
represents goodness, considered Christ-like
Simon
Piggy
Jack
Roger
represents democracy and civilization
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Samneric
represents knowledge and intelligence
Simon
Ralph
Roger
Piggy
The island itself, the lagoon, ocean, and the fictional war that is occurring could be described as the ____________ of the story.
symbol
theme
setting
hyperbole
represents dignity, civility, and order
the beast
face paint
the hunters' dance
the conch
represents the demon within, conscience, division among the boys, and evil
the conch
the beast
Piggy's glasses
the fire
represents savagery, fun, and irrationality among the boys
the beast
the hunters' dance
Piggy's glasses
the fire
represents warmth, rescue, hope, and comfort
Ralph
the hunters' dance
the fire on the top of the mountain
the beast
"...the creepers dropped their ropes like the rigging of foundered ships" is an example of this literary term.
pun
simile
metaphor
hyperbole
"Two gray trunks rubbed each other with an evil speaking that no one had noticed by day" is an example of this literary term.
personification
simile
metaphor
hyperbole
The scene in the book when Roger and Maurice ruin the littluns' sand castles and throw stones at them without hitting them is an example of
setting.
symbolism.
theme.
foreshadowing.
"The sun in the west was a drop of burning gold..." is an example of
personification.
simile.
metaphor.
hyperbole.
When Piggy is killed and the conch shell is destroyed, what inferences can you make about what will happen to the rest of the children?
A boat will come to rescue them soon.
The groups will split further into different factions.
Piggy will be reborn.
The Royal Air Force will land a plane on the island.
Simon's presentation by the author as the Christ-like figure makes the character of Simon
a form of foreshadowing.
a symbol.
a simile.
a theme for the book.
author of the novel
William Golding
William Shakespeare
Joseph Conrad
Khaled Hosseini
Piggy's death symbolized
the end of rational civilized behavior.
a neglect for wisdom and knowledge.
the end of innocence.
all of the above.
The book The Lord of the Flies can be considered an allegory. An allegory can best be defined as...
a writing that is non-fiction in nature.
repeating sounds at the beginning of each sentence.
two words which sound alike but aren't spelled the same.
a writing which has an underlying meaning or message, such as a moral.
The masks that the boys paint onto their faces symbolize all of the following except
the savagery of the boys.
the disguise that shows that they have become "someone else" with different values and behavior norms.
a way to hide from one's conscience.
the natural goodness of man.
How does the author show us that Ralph begins to face the reality of the situation about halfway through the book?
Ralph tells the others that they will never be rescued.
Ralph begins having nightmares and crying out in his sleep.
Ralph increases his efforts to have the boys build a canoe.
Ralph becomes distressed at his filthy clothes and dirty long hair.
The author wrote this novel after seeing the horrors of ____ firsthand.
World War I
The Korean War
World War II
The Vietnam War
Ululation
a long loud emotional howl or wail
a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred
not producing an intended effect
containing or using responses; alternating
Inimical
tending to obstruct or cause harm
a long loud emotional howl or wail
affected by something overwhelming
deserting your allegiance or duty to a leader
Implication
a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred
tending to obstruct or cause harm
a long loud emotional howl or wail
never-ceasing or stopping
Ludicrous
ridiculous, unbelievable
not producing an intended effect
tending to obstruct or cause harm
summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture
Ineffectual
not producing an intended effect
ridiculous, unbelievable
react in an offended or angry manner
a long loud emotional howl or wail
Jeer
laugh at with contempt and disrespect
unable to use speech or words
react in an offended or angry manner
not producing an intended effect
Inarticulate
unable to use speech or words
laugh at with contempt and disrespect
contrary to common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous
deserting your allegiance or duty to a leader
Bristle
react in an offended or angry manner
never-ceasing or stopping
laugh at with contempt and disrespect
unable to use speech or words
Relentless
never-ceasing or stopping
react in an offended or angry manner
ridiculous, unbelievable
The ups and downs (changes) in a situation
Clamor
loud and persistent outcry from many people
deserting your allegiance or duty to a leader
never-ceasing or stopping
lasting for a brief time
Mutinous
deserting your allegiance or duty to a leader
loud and persistent outcry from many people
containing or using responses; alternating
contrary to common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous
Stricken
affected by something overwhelming
containing or using responses; alternating
loud and persistent outcry from many people
unable to believe something
Loathe
hate or disgust
affected by something overwhelming
containing or using responses; alternating
Done openly and unashamedly
Crag
a steep rugged rock or cliff
hate or disgust
affected by something overwhelming
Not important to the situation
Beckon
summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture
a steep rugged rock or cliff
hate or disgust
contrary to common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous
Withdraw
pull back or move away or backward
summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture
a steep rugged rock or cliff
Done openly and unashamedly
Prowl
move about in a predatory manner
pull back or move away or backward
summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture
an opinion based on incomplete evidence
Truculent
quick to argue, always looking for a fight
move about in a predatory manner
pull back or move away or backward
unable to believe something
Antiphonal
containing or using responses; alternating
quick to argue, always looking for a fight
move about in a predatory manner
an opinion based on incomplete evidence
Fleeting
lasting for a brief time
a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred
quick to argue, always looking for a fight
move about in a predatory manner
What is the main theme of the movie "Lord of the Flies"?
Friendship
Survival
Romance
Adventure
Who is the leader of the group of boys stranded on the island?
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Piggy
What object do the boys use to call assemblies and establish order?
A coconut
A spear
A conch shell
A compass
What does the beast represent in the movie?
Fear
Hope
Joy
Adventure
How do the boys start a fire on the island?
Using matches they find in their pockets
Using a magnifying glass
Rubbing two sticks together
Piggy's glasses
What does Ralph use to make a signal fire?
Dry leaves
Rocks
Sticks
Wood from crashed plane
What does Jack become obsessed with hunting on the island?
Snakes
Fish
Birds
Wild pigs
What happens to the boys' civilized behavior as the movie progresses?
They become more civilized
They stay the same
They become more savage
They become more afraid
What causes the boys to gather for an assembly?
To elect a leader
To discuss building shelters
To decide how to signal for rescue
To address the concerns about a beast on the island
What suggestion does Ralph make during the assembly?
To explore the island
To build a fire for rescue
To hunt for food
To form a new government
Who is the only boy who claims to have seen the beast?
Ralph
Piggy
Simon
Jack
What do Jack and his hunters prioritize over building shelters?
Hunting
Collecting firewood
Exploring the island
Gathering fruit
What is Piggy's role among the boys?
He is the strongest and bravest
He is the most popular and well-liked
He is the smartest and most logical
He is the best hunter and provider
How does the group react when Ralph suggests they build a fire for rescue?
They enthusiastically agree
They ignore him and continue playing
They mock him and call him names
They express fear and doubt about the idea
What role does Simon play among the boys?
He is a natural leader
He is the most religious and spiritual
He is the best hunter
He is the most aggressive and confrontational
What is the main theme of the movie "Lord of the Flies"?
Friendship
Survival
Romance
Adventure
Who is the leader of the group of boys stranded on the island?
Ralph
Jack
Simon
Piggy
What object do the boys use to call assemblies and establish order?
A coconut
A spear
A conch shell
A compass
What does the beast represent in the movie?
Fear
Hope
Joy
Adventure
How do the boys start a fire on the island?
Using matches they find in their pockets
Using a magnifying glass
Rubbing two sticks together
Piggy's glasses
What does Ralph use to make a signal fire?
Dry leaves
Rocks
Sticks
Wood from crashed plane
What does Jack become obsessed with hunting on the island?
Snakes
Fish
Birds
Wild pigs
What happens to the boys' civilized behavior as the movie progresses?
They become more civilized
They stay the same
They become more savage
They become more afraid
What causes the boys to gather for an assembly?
To elect a leader
To discuss building shelters
To decide how to signal for rescue
To address the concerns about a beast on the island
What suggestion does Ralph make during the assembly?
To explore the island
To build a fire for rescue
To hunt for food
To form a new government
Who is the only boy who claims to have seen the beast?
Ralph
Piggy
Simon
Jack
What do Jack and his hunters prioritize over building shelters?
Hunting
Collecting firewood
Exploring the island
Gathering fruit
What is Piggy's role among the boys?
He is the strongest and bravest
He is the most popular and well-liked
He is the smartest and most logical
He is the best hunter and provider
How does the group react when Ralph suggests they build a fire for rescue?
They enthusiastically agree
They ignore him and continue playing
They mock him and call him names
They express fear and doubt about the idea
What role does Simon play among the boys?
He is a natural leader
He is the most religious and spiritual
He is the best hunter
He is the most aggressive and confrontational
