Understanding Symbolism in Lord of the Flies
English
Grade 8
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~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on symbolism in Lord of the Flies, with connections to mythology, designed for Grade 8 students to analyze literary techniques and themes.
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Understanding Symbolism in Lord of the Flies
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Scene Summary and Context
In William Golding's Lord of the Flies, the story depicts a group of boys stranded on an uninhabited island, where they attempt to govern themselves amidst chaos and conflict. Central to the novel is the symbol of the 'Lord of the Flies,' a pig's head on a stick, which represents decay, savagery, and the primal instincts lurking within humans. This imagery can be linked to mythological symbols of chaos and destruction, such as the Greek chaos monsters or the Roman god of chaos, Discordia. The novel explores how symbols shape understanding, reflecting deeper themes of civilization versus savagery. The setting and objects within the story serve as powerful symbols that evoke primal fears and ancient mythic archetypes, illustrating the tension between order and chaos, civilization and chaos, and morality and instinct.
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Questions
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and your understanding of symbolism and mythology.
1.
What does the 'Lord of the Flies' symbolize in the novel?
[2 marks]2.
Identify a mythological figure or symbol that represents chaos or destruction similar to the 'Lord of the Flies.'
[2 marks]3.
Explain how the pig's head on a stick functions as a symbol of primal fear.
[4 marks]4.
Which literary technique is most prominent in describing the 'Lord of the Flies' scene? Is it metaphor, imagery, or symbolism? Justify your answer.
[1 mark]Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Imagery
Cc) Symbolism
Dd) All of the above
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Describe how the setting of the island contributes to the symbolism of chaos and primal instincts.
[3 marks]6.
Compare the symbolism of the 'Lord of the Flies' to a mythological symbol of chaos or destruction. Provide examples.
[4 marks]7.
Identify and describe a key myth that mirrors the novel’s themes of chaos and primal instincts.
[2 marks]8.
Create a brief symbolic scene inspired by mythology that could take place on the island, illustrating primal chaos. Include at least three symbolic elements in your scene.
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- 12/31/2025
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