Lord Of The Flies: Novel Trivia! Quiz

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  • 1. 

    Who is the Lord of the Flies?

    • A.

      A Pig's Head.

    • B.

      The Devil.

    • C.

      Johnny Knoxville.

    • D.

      The evil in Man.

    Correct Answer
    D. The evil in Man.
    Explanation
    The Lord of the Flies refers to the evil that exists within human beings. In the novel "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, a group of boys stranded on an uninhabited island gradually descend into savagery and chaos. The pig's head, also known as the "Lord of the Flies," symbolizes this evil and becomes a manifestation of the boys' inner darkness. It represents their primal instincts, violence, and the corrupting influence of power. Therefore, the correct answer is "The evil in Man."

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  • 2. 

    What is Jack the leader of before the crash?

    • A.

      The Chorus.

    • B.

      The Cricket team.

    • C.

      Drama club.

    • D.

      FFA.

    Correct Answer
    A. The Chorus.
    Explanation
    Jack is the leader of The Chorus before the crash. This implies that he holds a leadership position in the group known as The Chorus. The other options, such as the Cricket team, Drama club, and FFA, are not mentioned in relation to Jack's leadership role before the crash. Therefore, The Chorus is the correct answer.

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  • 3. 

    What is Piggy's real name?

    • A.

      Frank.

    • B.

      Steve.

    • C.

      Percival.

    • D.

      None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    D. None of the above.
    Explanation
    The question is asking for Piggy's real name, and none of the given options (Frank, Steve, Percival) match Piggy's real name. Therefore, the correct answer is "None of the above."

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  • 4. 

    What best describes Ralph?

    • A.

      Evil.

    • B.

      Good.

    • C.

      Hungry.

    • D.

      Fat.

    Correct Answer
    B. Good.
    Explanation
    Ralph is described as "good" because this term implies positive qualities and moral character. It suggests that Ralph is a person who acts ethically, does the right thing, and possesses virtues such as kindness, honesty, and compassion. This description indicates that Ralph is likely a positive influence on others and makes choices that align with moral principles.

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  • 5. 

    Why is the fire made?

    • A.

      To cook.

    • B.

      To save them.

    • C.

      To exicute dissenters.

    • D.

      To heat hot cocoa.

    Correct Answer
    B. To save them.
    Explanation
    The fire is made to save them. This implies that the fire is being used for a purpose that ensures the safety or rescue of someone or something. The other options, such as cooking, executing dissenters, or heating hot cocoa, do not necessarily involve the act of saving someone or something.

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  • 6. 

    Where are they boys from?

    • A.

      Canada.

    • B.

      America.

    • C.

      England.

    • D.

      Germany.

    Correct Answer
    C. England.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is England. This can be inferred from the question which asks about the origin of the boys. Since the question does not provide any additional context or information, we can assume that the boys mentioned are from England.

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  • 7. 

    During what war does this novel take place?

    • A.

      WW I.

    • B.

      WW II.

    • C.

      Civil War.

    • D.

      American Revolution.

    Correct Answer
    B. WW II.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is WW II. This is evident from the context of the question, which asks about the war during which the novel takes place. The options provided include various wars such as WW I, Civil War, and American Revolution, but the correct answer is WW II.

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  • 8. 

    How does Jack make his tribe look inviting?

    • A.

      The promise of food and protection.

    • B.

      Torture.

    • C.

      Meat.

    • D.

      Pointy sticks!

    Correct Answer
    A. The promise of food and protection.
    Explanation
    Jack makes his tribe look inviting by offering the promise of food and protection. This suggests that Jack's tribe provides a sense of security and sustenance, which can attract others to join them. The mention of torture and pointy sticks as other options implies that these methods are not used to make the tribe look inviting, but rather serve different purposes.

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  • 9. 

    What do Ralph and Piggy find on the beach?

    • A.

      A Landwhale.

    • B.

      A surfboard.

    • C.

      Manitees.

    • D.

      A conch shell.

    Correct Answer
    D. A conch shell.
    Explanation
    Ralph and Piggy find a conch shell on the beach. The conch shell becomes an important symbol in the novel "Lord of the Flies" as it is used to call and gather the boys on the island. It represents order, democracy, and civilization in the beginning, but as the story progresses, it loses its power and significance, paralleling the decline of order and the rise of chaos among the boys.

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  • 10. 

    What do the other boys think of Simon?

    • A.

      He's barmy.

    • B.

      They love him.

    • C.

      They hate him.

    • D.

      They don't care.

    Correct Answer
    A. He's barmy.
    Explanation
    The other boys think that Simon is barmy, meaning they consider him to be crazy or eccentric. This suggests that they view him as different or strange compared to themselves.

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  • 11. 

    Why is Piggy called Piggy?

    • A.

      He's fat.

    • B.

      He said that was his nickname.

    • C.

      He killed the pig.

    • D.

      He wears glasses.

    Correct Answer
    B. He said that was his nickname.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "He said that was his nickname." This suggests that Piggy is called Piggy because he himself claimed it to be his nickname. This implies that he may have introduced himself as Piggy to the others, and they started calling him by that name. The other options provided, such as being fat, killing a pig, or wearing glasses, do not directly explain why he is called Piggy.

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  • 12. 

    Who talks to the pig's head?

    • A.

      Simon.

    • B.

      Ralph.

    • C.

      Piggy.

    • D.

      Jack.

    Correct Answer
    A. Simon.
    Explanation
    Simon talks to the pig's head.

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  • 13. 

    Who crushes Piggy with a boulder?

    • A.

      Simon.

    • B.

      Roger.

    • C.

      Jack.

    • D.

      Ralph.

    Correct Answer
    B. Roger.
    Explanation
    Roger is the one who crushes Piggy with a boulder. This event occurs towards the end of the novel "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding. Roger, who has become increasingly savage and cruel, intentionally rolls a large rock off a cliff, causing it to strike Piggy and ultimately leading to his death. This act symbolizes the complete breakdown of civilization and the triumph of savagery on the island.

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  • 14. 

    Who survives to the end in Ralph's tribe?

    • A.

      Piggy.

    • B.

      Jack.

    • C.

      Ralph.

    • D.

      Roger.

    Correct Answer
    C. Ralph.
    Explanation
    Ralph survives to the end in Ralph's tribe because he is the main protagonist and leader of the group. Throughout the story, Ralph demonstrates strong leadership skills, rational thinking, and a desire to maintain order and civilization on the island. Despite facing challenges and conflicts, Ralph manages to survive and ultimately be rescued by the naval officer.

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  • 15. 

    Why does Jack's tribe kill Simon?

    • A.

      They think he is the beast.

    • B.

      They hate him.

    • C.

      They were hungry.

    • D.

      They wanted a sacrifice for the beast.

    Correct Answer
    A. They think he is the beast.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "They think he is the beast." Jack's tribe mistakenly believes that Simon is the beast due to his disheveled appearance and erratic behavior. In their state of fear and paranoia, they attack and kill him, thinking that they are eliminating the threat.

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  • 16. 

    Who is the leader?

    • A.

      Simon.

    • B.

      Jack.

    • C.

      Ralph.

    • D.

      Piggy.

    Correct Answer
    C. Ralph.
    Explanation
    Ralph is the correct answer because in the given options, he is the only one mentioned as a potential leader. The others, Simon, Jack, and Piggy, are not described as leaders. Therefore, based on the information provided, Ralph is the most likely candidate for the leader.

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  • 17. 

    What do the boys of Jack's tribe wear?

    • A.

      Cloaks.

    • B.

      Frilly skirts.

    • C.

      Nothing.

    • D.

      War Paint.

    Correct Answer
    D. War Paint.
    Explanation
    The boys of Jack's tribe wear war paint. War paint is often used by tribes or groups to symbolize unity, strength, or to intimidate enemies. In this context, the boys of Jack's tribe are likely using war paint to assert their power and dominance over others. Wearing war paint can also create a sense of identity and belonging within the tribe, reinforcing their loyalty to Jack and his leadership.

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  • 18. 

    What does Jack wear?

    • A.

      A black cap.

    • B.

      No clothes.

    • C.

      A cloak.

    • D.

      A T-Shirt.

    Correct Answer
    A. A black cap.
    Explanation
    Jack wears a black cap.

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  • 19. 

    How do the boys get to the island?

    • A.

      Plane.

    • B.

      Boat.

    • C.

      Sub.

    • D.

      Rocket Ship.

    Correct Answer
    A. Plane.
    Explanation
    The boys get to the island by plane.

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  • 20. 

    What is the beast originally?

    • A.

      Snake vines.

    • B.

      A sea monster.

    • C.

      An ape.

    • D.

      A pilot.

    Correct Answer
    D. A pilot.
    Explanation
    In this scene, Simon makes a startling discovery: the creature the boys believed to be a beast is actually the lifeless body of a human pilot. Simon aims to alleviate the boys' fears by assuring them that the beast they feared is merely an illusion.

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