Name: __________________________ Lord of the Flies Packet

Before Reading: For each statement decide whether you tend to agree or disagree. In the left column, if
you agree with the statement, put a check mark , and if you disagree with the
statement put an X. You must chose only one response. Defend your response with an
explanation.
My Opinion General Statement After reading
Lord of the Flies

Being Stranded on a tropical island would be paradise.
Explain:



Children can naturally organize themselves.
Explain:



Our environment can greatly impact the course of our lives.
Explain:



Most people are followers, not leaders.
Explain:



A good leader must have charisma.
Explain:



A good leader must have moral integrity.
Explain:



People are essentially good at heart.
Explain:



Society does not need police or written laws to keep people honest.
Explain:



There is a beast within each and every one of us.
Explain:



Dystopia: Definition and characteristics
Dystopia: A futuristic, imagined universe in which oppressive societal control and the illusion of a perfect society are
maintained through corporate, bureaucratic, technological, moral, or totalitarian control. Dystopias, through an
exaggerated worst-case scenario, make a criticism about a current trend, societal norm, or political system.

Characteristics of a Dystopian Society
Propaganda is used to control the citizens of society.
Information, independent thought and freedom are restricted.
A figurehead or concept is worshipped by the citizens of the society.
Citizens are perceived to be under constant surveillance.
Citizens have a fear of the outside world.
Citizens live in a dehumanized state.
The natural world is banished and distrusted.
Citizens conform to uniform expectations. Individuality and dissent are bad.
The society is an illusion of a perfect utopian world.

The Dystopian Protagonist
Often feels trapped and is struggling to escape.
Questions the existing social and political systems.
Believes or feels that something is terribly wrong with the society in which he or she lives.
Helps the audience recognize the negative aspects of the dystopian world though his or her
perspective.



What are some examples of dystopian movies/novels/characters?





Why do you think teenagers tend to enjoy reading Dystopian novels? What about this genre is
appealing or relatable to you?








Setting
This is an island. At least I think its an island.



Define Setting:
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What is the purpose of having the boys land on an island?
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Directions: Consider chapters 1-3, how do the boys begin to set up the Island as a civilization? For
each example, you must have textual evidence.


EXAMPLE: TEXTUAL EVIDENCE:






























Character Chart
Ralph Piggy Jack Simon Samanderic
Appearance




Title



Basic
Beliefs





How do
others
perceive
this
character?





How does
the
character
perceive
himself?


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What do the boys establish in the second meeting?
Chapter 2





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Lord of the Flies Conflict

Internal Conflict External Conflict

External Conflict: Man vs. Nature



Internal Conflict: Man vs. Self



External Conflict: Man vs. Man (society)


How would you solve each of these conflicts?
Man vs. Nature:


Man vs. Self:


Man vs. Man:


The Fight-Flight-Freeze Response
FREEZE FLIGHT FIGHT
Body Response
Shallow breathing
Low blood pressure
Slow pulse
Pale or clammy skin
Lack of physical
responsiveness
Fast breathing and
pulse
Tense muscle tone
running
Fast breathing and
pulse
Tense muscle tone
Children may cry
Fighting
Mental/Emotional
Response
Lack of feelings Agitation
Confusion
Difficulty
concentrating
Extreme anxiety
Agitation
Confusion
Difficulty
concentrating
Extreme anxiety
How this is Adaptive
Can hear and observe
more clearly
Can watch for danger
Can be still and not
attract attention
Can think more clearly
after slowing down
Can think without
feelings getting in
the way
Can avoid pain and bad
feelings
Can defend self from
danger
Crying can result in
help from adult
Problems
Numbing
Going blank
Hard time making
decisions
Not listening
Not doing what youre
told
Spacing out
Daydreaming
Avoiding things
Attempting suicide
Using alcohol/drugs
Running away
Tantrums
Fighting
Violence
In times of danger, do we respond with freeze, flight, or fight?
Chapter 7
Ralph:




Jack:




Piggy:





Chapter 11: Compare and Contrast
Using the Venn diagram below, compare and contrast Ralph and Jack. What qualities make
them alike and different? Then, consider what aspects of Ralph and Jacks personalities add
to the dysfunction of their relationship.
















Final Response:






Lord of the Flies: Literary Elements Chart
Directions: Please fill out the chart below as we learn and go through the literary elements/devices.
Use this chars to study for tests and quizzes!

Literary Terms Definition Example from text
include: page numbers!
Symbolism






Imagery





Allusion






Allegory






foreshadowing






Personification






Irony








LORD OF THE FLIES SYMBOLISM
Define symbolism:
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The Conch shell:



Piggys glasses:



The signal fire:



Smoke:



The Beast



The Lord of the flies:








Lord of the Flies Themes:
Directions:
In your group, identify your theme. Point out the aspects of the novel that
express your theme. All members of the group should add to the discussion. Be
ready to share your reasoning in class.

1. Group 1: Civilization v Savagery
2. Group 2: Loss of innocence
3. Group 3: Nature of Good v Nature of Evil
4. Group 4: Goodness is rare and fleeting
5. Group 5: Fear is all controlling














After Reading Questions
Is Lord of the Flies an adventure novel? Why or why not? If you disagree, what is the genre of this
novel?











Consider the novels ending, where the officers eyes rest on the trim cruiser in the distance. What can
a reader infer about William Goldings view of humanity? Is he pessimistic or hopeful?












What symbol do you think is the most important, and reoccurring, throughout the novel? Look back to
your symbolism chart for help!