An exploration of Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies'
I can explain and explore the key events in Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies'.
An exploration of Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies'
I can explain and explore the key events in Chapter 10 of 'Lord of the Flies'.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Ralph, Piggy, Sam and Eric want to deny the role that they played in Simon's murder.
- Jack blames the beast for Simon's death, absolving himself of any responsibility.
- Jack's tribe attack Ralph's as they sleep, stealing Piggy's glasses.
- Jack rules his camp through fear and appealing to the violent animalistic side of the boys’ characters.
- At the end of Chapter 10, Jack feels he is the true chief.
Keywords
Guilt - the fact of having done something wrong
Remorse - a feeling of sadness and being sorry for something you have done
Denial - an unwillingness to accept that something unpleasant or criminal is true
Severity - the quality of being very serious
Arbitrary - unfair, based on chance rather than a clear plan
Common misconception
Students may think the boys all feel the same about the killing of Simon.
Focus on words used: Some talk about "murder," some call the killing an "accident" or pretend that they left "early".
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
very serious
knowledge that you have done something wrong or committed a crime
a feeling of sadness about having done something wrong
refusing to admit or acknowledge something
random acts, not based on a plan, often unfair