Key Quotes - Nature Flashcards
What does the quote ‘The shore was fledged with palm trees’ suggest about the island’s nature?
It suggests a tropical, lush environment that is rich in natural beauty.
True or False: In ‘Lord of the Flies’, nature is depicted solely as a hostile environment.
False
Fill in the blank: The boys’ initial experience with nature is one of __________ and wonder.
freedom
Which quote highlights the beauty of the natural world in ‘Lord of the Flies’?
‘The candle-buds opened their wide white flowers and the air was full of the buzzing of bees.’
How does the depiction of nature change as the boys’ society deteriorates?
Nature shifts from a paradise to a more ominous and threatening presence.