plot and key events Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What event leads to the boys being stranded on a deserted island?
A
Plane crash
2
Q
Who is elected as the leader among the boys?
A
Ralph
3
Q
What object symbolizes democracy and order in the novel?
A
The conch
4
Q
What does the fear of the ‘beast’ symbolize?
A
Internal evil
5
Q
What significant action does Jack take that leads to the formation of a savage tribe?
A
Jack’s rebellion
6
Q
What does Simon’s death represent?
A
Loss of truth and innocence
7
Q
What does Piggy’s death signify?
A
End of logic and reason
8
Q
Who rescues the boys, and what irony does this highlight?
A
A naval officer; highlights the adult world’s own savagery
