An exploration of Chapter 5 of 'Lord of the Flies'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain and explore the key events in Chapter 5 of 'Lord of the Flies'.
Key learning points
- Chapter 5 shows the boys becoming increasingly angry and divided.
- Ralph attempts to assert his authority, but Jack openly defies him.
- The boys' many fears are openly expressed.
- Irrational fears are held by the majority of the boys.
- Jack uses the boys' fears to take them away, therefore asserting his authority.
Keywords
Acrimonious - angry and bitter
Authority - the power or right to give orders, make decisions and enforce obedience
Rational - logical and informed by known facts
Irrational - not supported or evidenced by known facts
Common misconception
Students may think that Ralph doesn't blow the conch to summon the boys back because he is afraid of Jack.
Ralph is not afraid of Jack. He is afraid that if he blows the conch and the boys don't return, he will have lost his authority.
Teacher tip
Students may enjoy sharing childhood fears especially ones they now find silly. That can then become a springboard to discuss why people fear certain things more than another.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.In Chapter 1 of 'Lord of the Flies', what object does Ralph use to summon the other boys to a meeting?
Q2.What does Ralph think they should focus on early on in 'Lord of the Flies'?
Q3.What are Jack and his choir primarily focused on early on in 'Lord of the Flies'?
Q4.In 'Lord of the Flies', what does Jack use to camouflage himself?
Q5.In Chapter 4 of 'Lord of the Flies', what major mistake do the hunters make?
Q6.In Chapter 4 of 'Lord of the Flies', Piggy criticises Jack for letting the fire go out. How does Jack react?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words on the left with their synonyms on the right.
unreasonable
terror
logical
bitterness
power
Q2.Starting with the first, put the events of Chapter 5 of 'Lord of the Flies' in chronological order.
Q3.Which of the following does nobody fear in the novel 'Lord of the Flies'?
Q4.In 'Lord of the Flies', which of the characters seems most preoccupied with status i.e. what people think of them?
Q5.In Chapter 5 of 'Lord of the Flies, which of the following is the best description of how Jack responds to the boys' fears?
Q6.Which of the following best explains why irrational fears may be the strongest in Chapter 5 of 'Lord of the Flies'?
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