1. LORD OF THE FLIES
Chapters 2 & 3

2. “We want to have fun. And we want to be rescued.”
Tensions and dualities emerge
Having fun vs. getting rescued
A good island vs. The “beastie” / “the feeling”
Ralph vs. Jack
Fire vs. burning down the island
Animals/savages vs. “English”

3. How is “your” leader doing?
Ralph
Jack
Piggy

4. SIMON How is he distinct from the other characters? Symbolic imagery
life
light

5. THE ALLEGORY
In groups of 3, please begin to consider the allegorical significances of the novel.
Prepare to report these early impressions back to the group.