to take care of and provide for yourself without depending on anyone else

something that is very important and that must be dealt with before other things

working or operating in a proper or particular way

to prevent (someone) from accomplishing something

An exploration of Chapter 2 of 'Lord of the Flies'

English

Considering ideas of rules and human nature in relation to 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 1 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 3 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 4 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 5 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 6 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 7 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 8 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 9 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies'

An exploration of Chapter 12 of 'Lord of the Flies'

Considering the presentation of Ralph in Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'

Considering Jack's dictatorial leadership and antagonism in 'Lord of the Flies'

Exploring Simon's role as an outsider and as Jack's foil in 'Lord of the Flies'

The dehumanisation and death of Piggy in Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'

Golding's use of setting in 'Lord of the Flies'

Exploring structure, allegory and genre in Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'

Golding's use of symbolism in 'Lord of the Flies'

Exploring Golding's message about human behaviour in 'Lord of the Flies'

Considering and understanding allusions in Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'

Planning a written response on human nature in Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'

Writing a response on human nature in Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'

In 'Lord of the Flies', students explore central questions about what gives us authority within society and whether power inevitably corrupts those who hold it. In 'Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', students also explore the corrupting influence of power and question whether those who hold power are bound to abuse it. 

In 'A Monster Within', students look at villains in gothic fiction and, through their study of context, explore whether they are in fact made monstrous due to social fears and prejudices. In 'Lord of the Flies', students explore the powerful influence of social hierarchy and, using very different context, unpick what Golding's central message about human civilization might be. 

In this unit, pupils read and explore 'The Lord of the Flies' by considering Golding's message about human nature. They first read the novel, before analysing the characters Ralph, Simon, Jack and Piggy. They then look at setting and symbolism before planning and writing an essay on human nature.

'Lord of the Flies'

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of famine, disease, natural disasters.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Match the words on the left with the synonyms on the right. 

as a symbol of authority to be held by the leader

as a tool to call meetings and to decide who can speak 

as a signal to attract planes and ships to their rescue

as a weapon to protect themselves against wild animals

In 'Lord of the Flies', how do the boys decide to use the conch?

They think it be be useful for cooking food and heating water.

They think it will scare away the wild animal that is scaring the "littluns".

The are excited by the fire and hope it will help attract a ship. 

The nights are very cold and they want the fire to keep them warm. 

Which of the following is the best explanation of why the boys make a fire in 'Lord of the Flies'?

In 'Lord of the Flies', what do the "littluns" call the creature they think lives in the forest?

In 'Lord of the Flies', which of the boy shows compassion and listens carefully to the little boys' fears about the creature that is apparently like a snake?

His physical appearance and asthma make him appear weak. 

The boys are focused on having fun and exploring. 

Ralph and Jack have already established themselves as leaders.

He is new to the island and has not gained the boys' trust. 

In 'Lord of the Flies', which of the following best explains why Piggy's wise and sensible ideas are ignored?

In 'Lord of the Flies', which character wears glasses?

In 'Lord of the Flies', which character owns a knife?

In 'Lord of the Flies', which character is elected leader?

How they got there is one of the novel's mysteries. 

In 'Lord of the Flies', how did the boys end up on the island?

What 'C' is a beautiful spiral shell that is used to gather the boys together in 'Lord of the Flies'?

the desires and preferences that vary among individuals

the basic requirements for human survival and well being

the luxury items that enhance one's quality of life

the products and services that everybody buys

Which of the following is the best definition of needs?

Starter Quiz

In 'Lord of the Flies', which character wears glasses?