An exploration of Chapter 2 of 'Lord of the Flies'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain and explore the key events in Chapter 2 of 'Lord of the Flies'.
Key learning points
- The boys agree to hold meetings and make plans, using the conch as a debating tool.
- The boys realise that nobody knows where they are.
- The "littluns" are scared of something they call the "beastie".
- The boys start a fire that is meant to attract the attention of ships but causes damage.
- Piggy has the greatest knowledge and is the most sensible but the others ignore him and instead act impulsively.
Keywords
Fend - to take care of and provide for yourself without depending on anyone else
Priorities - something that is very important and that must be dealt with before other things
Functioning - working or operating in a proper or particular way
To thwart - to prevent (someone) from accomplishing something
Impulsive - acting or done without forethought
Common misconception
Pupils often judge Piggy by the critical standards employed by the other boys.
Pick out examples of how sensible and intelligent Piggy is and how his judgement is usually sound.
Teacher tip
Spend some time exploring the way the boys respond to the fire. They are awestruck by what they have created.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of the 'Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.In 'Lord of the Flies', which character wears glasses?
Q2.In 'Lord of the Flies', which character owns a knife?
Q3.In 'Lord of the Flies', which character is elected leader?
Q4.In 'Lord of the Flies', how did the boys end up on the island?
Q5.What 'C' is a beautiful spiral shell that is used to gather the boys together in 'Lord of the Flies'?
Q6.Which of the following is the best definition of needs?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words on the left with the synonyms on the right.
Q2.In 'Lord of the Flies', how do the boys decide to use the conch?
Q3.Which of the following is the best explanation of why the boys make a fire in 'Lord of the Flies'?
Q4.In 'Lord of the Flies', what do the "littluns" call the creature they think lives in the forest?
Q5.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?
Q6.In 'Lord of the Flies', which of the following best explains why Piggy's wise and sensible ideas are ignored?
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