An exploration of Chapter 7 of 'Lord of the Flies'
I can explain and explore the key events of Chapter 7 in 'Lord of the Flies'.
An exploration of Chapter 7 of 'Lord of the Flies'
I can explain and explore the key events of Chapter 7 in 'Lord of the Flies'.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The boys stage a mock pig hunt using Robert as the pig; Robert is badly hurt.
- For the first time, Ralph joins in the violence and savagery.
- Ralph, Jack and Roger go to look for the beast.
- Golding uses the flashback of Ralph's memories to depict a happier time.
- The flashback also hints at the ever present existence of war.
Keywords
Savage - extremely violent, wild or frightening
Chatham - a town in Kent which is home to a naval dockyard
Devenport - a large naval base in Plymouth
Flashback - a memory, or a short part of a movie, story or play describing past events.
Common misconception
Pupils may be puzzled by Ralph's seemingly sudden descent into the violence and savagery that seems to have captured the other boys.
Point out how Jack's more aggressive behaviour appeals to the boys.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
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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