Themes and Events in Lord of the Flies

A group of British boys crash on a deserted island. Ralph is elected leader, but chaos ensues as Jack forms a rival tribe. The boys' fear of a beast leads to tragic events, including Simon's death. Piggy is killed, and Ralph is hunted until a naval officer arrives, saving them.

What event leads to the boys being stranded on the island?

• A storm

• A volcanic eruption

• A plane crash

• A shipwreck

How do Ralph and Piggy summon the other boys?

• By sending smoke signals

• By using a conch shell

• By lighting a fire

• By shouting

What is one of the main goals established by the boys for survival?

• Building a signal fire

• Finding treasure

• Building a boat

• Exploring the island

Who is appointed to lead the hunters?

• Jack

• Simon

• Piggy

• Ralph

What does a small boy claim to have seen in the woods?

• A wild animal

• A pirate

• A beast

• A ghost

What happens when the boys try to build a signal fire?

• It goes out immediately

• It spreads uncontrollably

• It is extinguished by rain

• It attracts a ship

What do the boys prefer to do instead of important tasks?

• Explore the island

• Build more shelters

• Swim and play

• Hunt for food

What causes a confrontation between Ralph and Jack?

• A missing boy

• A neglected signal fire

• A broken shelter

• A stolen conch shell

What do Sam and Eric mistake for the beast?

• A wild animal

• A shadow

• A tree

• A dead parachutist

What does Jack do after failing to oust Ralph as leader?

• Apologizes to Ralph

• Destroys the conch shell

• Leaves the island

• Starts a new tribe