Question 1: What is the main purpose of allegory in Lord of the Flies?

Answer: To symbolize broader societal and moral issues through characters and objects.

Question 2: Which object in the novel symbolizes order and democracy?

Answer: b) The conch shell

Question 3: Describe how Golding uses the symbol of the 'beast' to represent fear.

Answer: The beast symbolizes the primal fear and savagery within humans, often manifested through the boys' fears.

Question 4: Identify one literary technique Golding uses to develop the allegory and explain its effect.

Answer: Golding uses symbolism, such as Piggy's glasses, to highlight themes of intellect versus chaos.

Question 5: What does Piggy’s glasses represent in the story?

Answer: c) Illumination and reason

Question 6: Explain how the breakdown of social order on the island reflects the novel's allegorical themes.

Answer: The breakdown of social order mirrors the fragility of civilization and the inherent savagery within humans, emphasizing the novel's critique of societal structures.

Question 7: Analyze the significance of the title 'Lord of the Flies' in relation to the allegory.

Answer: The title refers to the pig's head on a stick, symbolizing evil and chaos, as well as the biblical 'Beelzebub', representing the darker side of human nature.

Question 8: In your opinion, how does the novel use characters to symbolize different aspects of society? Provide examples.

Answer: Characters like Ralph symbolize order and democracy, Piggy represents intellect, while Jack embodies savagery and authoritarianism, illustrating various societal roles and moral choices.