LOTF-CHPT2

• What metaphor is used throughout the book?

  Fire
• What does fire symbolize in the book?

  The boys' connection to human civilization
• How does the dwindling fire relate to civilization?

  It symbolizes their fading connection to civilization
• What theme is linked to fire in the book?

  Innate savagery in mankind
• How does fire relate to early human development?

  It mirrors the process of creating civilization
• What object symbolizes democratic freedom in the book?

  The conch shell
• How is democracy portrayed in the book?

  It depends on leaders for justice
• What does the shortening of Sam and Eric's names signify?

  Loss of civilized behavior and identity
• What does Golding criticize about other island adventure books?

  They are too idealistic and unrealistic
• What does Golding believe about human nature on an island?

  People will do bad things without control
• How many times does Golding use animal imagery in the book?

  About 10 or 12 times
• What does the use of animal imagery highlight?

  The boys' animalistic behavior and instincts
• What does the name-calling signify in the book?

  Decline of civilized communication
• Who is killed in the fire at the chapter's end?

  The boy with the birthmark
• What is the central conflict in the chapter?

  Desire for rules versus innate savagery
• How does Golding portray the concept of democracy?

  As flawed and dependent on authority