William Golding Quiz

What year was "Lord of the Flies" written by William Golding?

• 1911

• 1954

• 1945

• 1939

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What did William Golding's parents want him to study?

• Literature

• Science

• Theater

• Poetry

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What did William Golding do during World War II?

• He was a teacher

• He worked in amateur theater

• He served in the Royal Navy

• He wrote poetry

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What theme does William Golding explore in "Lord of the Flies"?

• The importance of education

• The excitement of adventure

• The innocence of youth

• The innate evil in humans

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Where does the setting of the story take place?

• In a city during World War II

• On an uninhabited tropical island during World War II

• On a well-populated island with a structured society

• In a futuristic society on another planet

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What is the significance of the island's isolation in the story?

• It allows the boys to develop a perfect society

• It represents a microcosm of the real world

• It has no particular significance to the story

• It is a place for the boys to find treasure

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According to the text, what does the island lack?

• Natural resources

• Wild animals

• A society and societal laws and rules

• Shelter and food for the boys

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What theme is suggested by the statement "Society's defects stem from the defects of the individual"?

• The importance of education

• The impact of individual flaws on society

• The benefits of a democratic society

• The need for a strong leadership

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Which theme is reflected by the idea that "The personal weaknesses in each of the boys lead to their downfall"?

• Teamwork and cooperation

• Personal responsibility and growth

• The inherent evil in all men

• The consequences of personal weaknesses

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What does the text imply about democracy?

• It is an outdated form of government

• It is only as successful as the people who make it work

• It is the only way to govern a society

• It is a system that leads to chaos and disorder

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