surprising because you did not think that it would happen

communicated directly in a clear and exact way

a strong feeling of disliking and having no respect for someone or something

too willing to believe that life is simple and fair

An exploration of Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies'

English

In 'Lord of the Flies', students explore central questions about what gives us authority within society and whether power inevitably corrupts those who hold it. In 'Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', students also explore the corrupting influence of power and question whether those who hold power are bound to abuse it. 

In 'A Monster Within', students look at villains in gothic fiction and, through their study of context, explore whether they are in fact made monstrous due to social fears and prejudices. In 'Lord of the Flies', students explore the powerful influence of social hierarchy and, using very different context, unpick what Golding's central message about human civilization might be. 

In this unit, pupils read and explore 'The Lord of the Flies' by considering Golding's message about human nature. They first read the novel, before analysing the characters Ralph, Simon, Jack and Piggy. They then look at setting and symbolism before planning and writing an essay on human nature.

'Lord of the Flies'

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Ralph, Piggy, and Samneric go to Castle Rock to confront Jack.

Piggy makes a speech about the importance of rules and order.

Roger releases a boulder that kills Piggy.

Jack and Ralph fight, and Samneric are captured.

Ralph runs away, realising he is now alone and in danger.

Starting with the first, put the events of Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies' in chronological order. 

In Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies', what does Piggy insist on carrying to Castle Rock?

What happens to the conch during Piggy's death in 'Lord of the Flies'?

Which word shows that Roger is enjoying killing Piggy in Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies'?

Match the word on the left with their synonym on the right. 

He starts learning how to manage without his glasses. 

He tells Jack's tribe that they are behaving badly. 

How does Piggy reveal his bravery in Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies'?

At the end of Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies', how many deaths have there been on the island?

What has Jack stolen from Piggy in 'Lord of the Flies'?

How has Piggy been treated by most of the other boys throughout 'Lord of the Flies'? 

Which of the following is a synonym for courage?

threatens to leave them alone in the jungle

In 'Lord of the Flies', which of the following does Jack do in order to control his tribe?

It erases the evidence of the boys' crime. 

It takes the parachutist's body at the same time.

 Which of the following best explains the significance of the fact that Simon's body has been washed out to sea in 'Lord of the Flies'?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

An exploration of Chapter 11 of 'Lord of the Flies'

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.