Friday, November 11, 2011

"Lord of the Flies"

What is important about the title? Is there a reference in the novel that explains the title?


What are the conflicts in Lord of the Flies? What types of conflict (physical, moral, intellectual, or emotional)?

How does William Golding reveal character in Lord of the Flies?

What are some themes in the story? How do they relate to the plot and characters?

What are some symbols in Lord of the Flies? How do they relate to the plot and characters?

Are the boys consistent in their actions? Are they fully developed characters? Are some characters more fully developed than others? How? Why?

Do you find the characters likable? Are the characters persons you would want to meet?

Discuss some of the symbols in Lord of the Flies.

What is the central/primary purpose of the story? Is the purpose important or meaningful?

Why is the novel so controversial? Do you think the book should be censored or banned?

How essential is the setting to the story? Could the story have taken place anywhere else?

What is the role of family and community in this novel?
Does the story end the way you expected? How? Why?
Would you recommend this novel to a friend?

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