Lotf Quiz Ch 1-6
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What does Ralph use at the beginning of the novel to summon the other boys?
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A bell
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A fire
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A whistle
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A conch shell
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This quiz covers key elements from the first six chapters of 'Lord of the Flies', testing knowledge on characters, symbols, and plot developments.
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What does Piggy suffer from?
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Deafness
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Asthma
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Insomnia
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Diabetes
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A. AsthmaExplanation
Piggy suffers from asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty in breathing. People with asthma often experience symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. In the context of the question, it is implied that Piggy has difficulty breathing, which aligns with the symptoms of asthma.Rate this question:
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Jack and his "hunters" are actually what type of group in the real world?
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Juvenile delinquents
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Choir singers
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Football team
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Military school cadets
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A. Choir singersExplanation
Jack and his "hunters" being a choir group in the real world is supported by the fact that they are referred to as "hunters," which implies a collective group engaged in a specific activity. In this case, the activity is singing, as indicated by the term "choir singers." This explanation is further reinforced by the absence of any other context or information that would suggest they belong to another type of group, such as juvenile delinquents, a football team, or military school cadets.Rate this question:
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"Samneric" refers to what or whom?
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The twins
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The Lord of the Flies
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The island
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The youngest boys
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A. The twinsExplanation
The term "Samneric" refers to the twins in the story. This can be inferred from the fact that the other options - The Lord of the Flies, The island, and The youngest boys - do not accurately represent the twins. The twins are characters in the story who are referred to collectively as "Samneric".Rate this question:
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What does Ralph consider is the most important thing on the island?
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The fire
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Avoiding the beast
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Food
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The conch
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A. The fireExplanation
Ralph considers the fire to be the most important thing on the island. This is because the fire represents their only chance of being rescued and returning to civilization. It acts as a signal to passing ships or planes, increasing their chances of being noticed and rescued. Additionally, the fire symbolizes hope and a sense of order and civilization amidst the chaos and fear on the island.Rate this question:
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What do they use to light a fire?
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A piece of glass found in the sand
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Piggy's glasses
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Fling
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Matches found in the sand
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A. Piggy's glassesExplanation
Piggy's glasses are used to light a fire because they can concentrate sunlight onto a small spot, creating enough heat to ignite dry leaves or other flammable materials. This is demonstrated in the novel "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, where the boys on the island use Piggy's glasses as a makeshift magnifying glass to start a fire.Rate this question:
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What comes down from the sky?
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A dead pilot with his parachute
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The beast
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A fighter plane
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A weather balloon
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A. A dead pilot with his parachuteExplanation
The correct answer is a dead pilot with his parachute. This answer suggests that something or someone falls from the sky, specifically a dead pilot who was wearing a parachute. This implies that the pilot was involved in some kind of accident or tragedy that caused him to fall from the sky.Rate this question:
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What does Jack want to do with the boulders he finds on the other side of the island?
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Use it to close the entry to the cave
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Use it to build a fort
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Use it to stage a play for the littleuns
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Roll it down the hill to crush approaching enemies
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A. Roll it down the hill to crush approaching enemiesExplanation
Jack wants to roll the boulders down the hill to crush approaching enemies. This suggests that Jack sees the boulders as a defensive weapon to protect himself and others on the island. By rolling the boulders down the hill, Jack intends to use them as a means of defense against any potential threats or enemies that may approach the island.Rate this question:
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Who does Simon say the beast is?
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Jack
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Ralph
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Piggy
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All the boys
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A. All the boysExplanation
Simon says that the beast is all the boys. This suggests that the true source of fear and evil on the island is not an external creature, but rather the darkness within each individual. Simon's insight highlights the theme of human nature and the potential for savagery that exists within all of us. By identifying the beast as all the boys, Simon implies that they are responsible for their own descent into chaos and violence.Rate this question:
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Why did the passing ship not stop to rescue the boys?
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It was an enemy ship
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It was on a mission and could not stop for the boys
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The fire went out which would have signaled the boys are on the island
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Jack signaled to the ship's captain not to stop
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A. The fire went out which would have signaled the boys are on the islandExplanation
The passing ship did not stop to rescue the boys because the fire, which would have signaled their presence on the island, went out.Rate this question:
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