Lord of the Flies Everything| Vocabulary & Study Guide
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Why do the boys want to start a fire? How do they finally get a fire to start? Correct Ans-
The boys want to start a fire so that they can create a smoke signal. They start the fire by
using Piggy's glasses as a tool.
How do the majority of the boys act? What might Golding be telling us by this type of
behavior? Correct Ans-The majority of the boys spend their Cme not working. They play
instead. From this, Golding might suggest that
people might have their own best interests in mind.
Describe the two groups that are forming on the island. Who is in charge or each group? In
what does each group seem interested in? Correct Ans-The two groups are Ralph's group
and the Hunters. Ralph's group is more pragmatic.
Who is Simon? Where does he go and what does he do there? Correct Ans-Simon is a boy
that is different from the rest. He finds a secluded space in the jungle to hide and meditate.
What do you think Simon might represent or symbolize? Explain your answer. Correct Ans-
He is a mystical or knowledgeable person.
abyss Correct Ans-nothingness, a deep area
avidly Correct Ans-eagerly, greedily
, Lord of the Flies Everything| Vocabulary & Study Guide
Questions and Answers 100% Solved
contrite Correct Ans-apologetic
tacit Correct Ans-unspoken
unheeding Correct Ans-ignoring
vicissitudes Correct Ans-changing circumstances
Belligerence Correct Ans-aggressive or warlike behavior
Chastisement Correct Ans-severe criticism; a rebuke or strong reprimand
Dubious Correct Ans-hesitating or doubting
Effigy Correct Ans-a sculpture or model of a person
Impalpable Correct Ans-unable to be felt by touch
Indignant Correct Ans-feeling anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
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