Lord of the Flies Chapter 4-6 Quiz

What does foreshadowing mean?

Answer explanation

Foreshadowing is when the author hints at what is to come in the future.

How is the act of throwing rocks at the little 'uns a foreshadow of Jack's future behavior?

Answer explanation

It shows that Jack might become more violent with the rest of the group.

How is Jack painting his face a step toward savagery?

Answer explanation

The face paint is for the hunters and it shows he is trying to change himself or hide who he truly is.

Why is Ralph so worried and upset about the fire?

Answer explanation

There was a ship that passed by and the signal fire was out. This could have been their opportunity to be saved.

Why is the only rule on the island to keep the fire lit?

Answer explanation

Because being rescued from the island should be the only priority from now on.

Why does Ralph think about giving up as chief?

Answer explanation

Because no one is listening to the rules or things that he had put in place.

What do the boys think is the beast in Chapter 6?

Answer explanation

A man who parachuted out of a plane that was hanging from a tree.

What happens when Sam & Eric create a scarier story about what the beast really is?

Answer explanation

The little 'uns become scared. Jack decides to say the rules don't matter. Jack says that they are going to hunt the beast.

What is most important to Ralph, even in the midst of fear among the other kids?

Answer explanation

Keeping the signal fire going

Which character wants to speak up about the beast at the meeting but decides not to?