conversation that is written for a book, play or film

not understanding each other because of different intentions

a feeling of anger because you have been forced to accept something that you do not like

something that divides partners or friends

to become completely involved in something

An exploration of Chapter 3 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 famine, disease, natural disasters.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Depiction or discussion of distress or humiliation e.g. bullying.

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

they don't realise they are talking about different subjects

If two people are talking at cross purposes, what are they doing?

Which of the following is the best synonym for "rift"?

Jack is in the forest, trying to hunt pigs but they escape him. 

Ralph and Simon are struggling to build shelters by themselves. 

Ralph and Jack argue about the importance of shelters versus hunting. 

Simon goes into the forest to be by himself.

Starting with the first, put the following events of Chapter 3 of 'Lord of the Flies' in chronological order.

In 'Lord of the Flies', which of the boys is described as "dog-like"?

In 'Lord of the Flies', which character seems "accustomed" to the forest?

In 'Lord of the Flies', the choir is under the control of which of the boys?

In 'Lord of the Flies', on the island the choir become the ...

that they are connected by shared goals and ambitions 

that they are separated by different beliefs, opinions or social status

that they are connected by the fact of having similar life experiences

What does it mean to say that there are divisions between people?

Which of the following is frightening the "littluns" in 'Lord of the Flies'?

build strong huts so people can see where they live

keep a fire burning to send out smoke signals 

remember to use the conch to manage debate

In 'Lord of the Flies', in order to be rescued, what is the one thing they must do?

In 'Lord of the Flies', how do the boys start fires on the island?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Adult supervision required

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

An exploration of Chapter 3 of 'Lord of the Flies'

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

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