What is the theme of Lord of the Flies?
William Golding's Lord of the Flies explores the struggle between good and evil and was born out ...
What is a Socratic seminar?
A Socratic seminar is a "collaborative, intellectual dialogue facilitated with open-ended questions about a text.". After our reading of The Lord of the Flies, we will divide into two groups, each discussing a different text, "An Old Story Well Told" by William R. Mueller or "Simon" by Donald R. Spangler.
Why is Piggy the best boy?
Piggy was the boys' best chance of getting rescued and/or urviving. He was organized and smart (he wanted to make a sundial). Jack and Ralph gain immediate respect because Jack is aggressive and Ralph is adult-like.
What do Piggy's glasses represent?
Piggy's glasses represent the view of science and intelligence in society. He has the innovative idea to use them to light the fire. When Jack's hunters steal the glasses used to light the fire, Ralph's tribe is helpless.
What is the reaction of boys to the no grownups?
The boys' reaction to the no grownups is that they are excited, which shows that they are made to oppose authoritative figures; Each boys constantly wants to be accepted and be part of the group, this shows that humans never want to be left out.
What does chapter 3 show?
Chapter three shows that Simon is different, but he embraces it. He lieaves the group unannounced, showing that he is not ruled by society but by an inner force. He is indirectly compared to Jesus Christ. Describe the behavior of the boys at the beginning of the chapter.