Chapter 6 - Beast From the Air

At the end of Chapter 5, the boys wish for a sign from the grown ups. They get their sign at the beginning of Chapter 6. What is the sign? What condition is it in? What does its condition symbolically say about the world of grown ups?

Chapter 5 - Beast From the Water

What is the collective mood of the 3 people at the end of the chapter? Why do they feel this way? What events have led to this mood? Be specific.

Chapter 4 - Painted Faces and Long Hair

Why aren't the rocks that Roger throws in Henry's direction actually hitting Henry? What is the "forcefield" or "space" that William Golding refers to on pg 62?

Chapter 3 - Huts on the Beach

Explain the contrast in the scene that begins the chapter with the scene that ends the chapter. Why do you think William Golding chose to use these two characters to contrast.

Chapter 2 - Fire On the Mountain

For the first time you get to see Jack and Piggy interact with one another. Explain what Jack does when Piggy offers his glasses to start a fire. What behaviors show you that Jack and Piggy are not going to get along? Symbolically what does this struggle signify?

Chapter 1 - Sound of the Shell

How well do you think the conch will work in the upcoming chapters? Why? What made it work so well in chapter 1?Use complete sentenences.
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General Response #3 - Civilization

What are some qualities of a civilized population? Explain your response.

General Response #1 - Laws and Rules

Are laws and rules necessary? Exaplain your answer.