Lord of the Flies What does it mean to be civilized?

Compare/Contrast these two settings. How can each represent the island? Similarities Differences Implications

Allegory the inner condition of the characters is reflected in their external environment. Emphasis on the moral of the story, rather than on the narrative details. Parables (Good Samaritan),Star Trek, Lord of The Rings, Twilight Zone, Who Moved My Cheese

Allegorical Names William Golding chose his characters names based on their meanings so they would represent their roles in society. For 2 of the following names – comment upon the connection and provide evidence from Chapter 7 to support the connection

Ralph Derived from the Anglo-Saxon word for “council” Conch shell

Jack Derived from Hebrew name Jacob which means “supplanter” or “one who takes over”

Piggy Vulnerable, hunted, reduced importance, not respected

Simon Derived from Hebrew name Shim’on which means “one who listens” or “one who observes”

Sam & Eric = Samneric Identical twins who are inseparable

Roger “famous with a spear”

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