Themes and Events in Lord of the Flies

A group of British schoolboys are stranded on a tropical island after a plane crash. They attempt to govern themselves, but fear of a mythical beast leads to chaos and division. Ralph and Jack vie for leadership, resulting in violence and the loss of innocence. The boys are eventually rescued by a naval officer, but not before committing terrible acts.

What event led the boys to be stranded on the island?

• A plane crash

• A volcanic eruption

• A hiking accident

• A shipwreck

Who is the first boy Ralph meets on the island?

• Jack

• Roger

• Piggy

• Simon

Who is elected as the chief of the boys?

• Jack

• Piggy

• Ralph

• Simon

What is the primary purpose of the signal fire?

• To scare away animals

• To cook food

• To keep warm

• To signal for rescue

What happens to one of the littluns during the fire incident?

• He is rescued

• He goes missing

• He is injured

• He is found safe

What do the littluns fear at night?

• The jungle

• The ocean

• The beast

• The dark

What does Simon discover about the beast?

• It is a giant squid

• It is a figment of imagination

• It is a dead parachutist

• It is a wild animal

What causes Ralph's anger towards Jack?

• Jack's attack on Simon

• Jack's theft of food

• Jack's neglect of the fire

• Jack's refusal to hunt

What is the main topic of Ralph's meeting after the fire incident?

• Finding food

• Exploring the island

• Building shelters

• Rescue priorities

What do the boys mistake the dead parachutist for?

• A wild animal

• A ghost

• The beast

• A giant squid