Style and technique

Question 1

What type of Novel is LOTF?

Answer 1

Allegory are stories that work on a literal and figurative level and has two different meanings.

Question 2

The Island

Answer 2

A microcosm of the world
Events on the island is a concentration of global events
First presented as a paradise untouched
The crash site of the plane is described as a ‘scar’
The boys destroy island by creating the fire
There are biblical references to Garden of Eden

Question 3

The Conch

Answer 3

Symbolizes law and order
As the conch progresses, the conch changes in its physical appearance
When the conch is broken it is the end of civilization into savagery.

Question 4

Piggy’s Glasses

Answer 4

Symbolizes foresight and common sense
Also represent power as they are used to ignite the fire
The crack in the glasses shows the conflict has diminished vision and foresight

Question 5

The beast

Answer 5

Represents the boys fear
Has different physical appearance to the kids all imagined
The beast is actually in us
The beast represents the evil in Humankind and causes us to become more savage

Question 6

The Lord of The Files

Answer 6

Pig’s head
Symbol of evil
Translates to Beelzebub