Lord of the Flies: Characters (AQA GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What does the fire symbolise in Ralph's leadership?
What does the fire symbolise in Ralph's leadership?
Hope, civilisation & connection to world
What does Ralph realise is the true danger on the island?
What does Ralph realise is the true danger on the island?
The boys themselves & their inner nature
Why does Jack believe he should be chief?
Why does Jack believe he should be chief?
His status as chorister & head boy
What does Jack's face paint or 'mask' symbolise?
What does Jack's face paint or 'mask' symbolise?
Shedding civilised identity
What aspect of society does Piggy represent?
What aspect of society does Piggy represent?
Intellect & rational thinking
What does Piggy's awareness of isolation reveal about his character?
What does Piggy's awareness of isolation reveal about his character?
His practical & realistic nature
What does Simon suggest the beast actually is?
What does Simon suggest the beast actually is?
The boys' own inner darkness
How does Golding portray Simon in the novel?
How does Golding portray Simon in the novel?
As a Christ-like figure
What does the water 'dressing' Simon's hair with light suggest?
What does the water 'dressing' Simon's hair with light suggest?
A halo, reinforcing his martyr role
What does Roger sharpening a stick at both ends foreshadow?
What does Roger sharpening a stick at both ends foreshadow?
His intention to impale Ralph's head
What darker aspect of humanity does Roger represent?
What darker aspect of humanity does Roger represent?
Potential for sadism
What is the Lord of the Flies physically?
What is the Lord of the Flies physically?
A severed pig's head
What do Samneric represent in the novel?
What do Samneric represent in the novel?
Collective identity & loss of individuality