Lord Of The Flies

Question 1

Why were the boys on the plane in the first place?

Answer 1

They were being evacuated due to a nuclear war in England.

Question 2

How do we know about the war?

Answer 2

The radio mentions a ‘nuclear war’ before the plane crashes.

Question 3

Who is the first boy that Ralph meets officially?

Answer 3

Piggy “The fat boy”

Question 4

How do Ralph and Piggy summon the other boys on the island?

Answer 4

Ralph finds a beautiful shell in a rock pool and Piggy says if you blow it, like a trumpet, then it should make a sound and the other boys will hear it.

Question 5

Why does Jack think he should be leader?

Answer 5

Because he can sing C#

Question 6

What is Jacks physical and personality description?

Answer 6

Fiery red head, freckles and pale skin. Strong willed, violent, egomanic with a desire for power.

Question 7

Ralph’s physical and personality description?

Answer 7

Golden haired, athletic and beautiful. Charismatic, natural leader(oldest) and kind.

Question 8

What is Ralphs first order of business?

Answer 8

To build a signal fire in attempt to be rescued.