Lord of the Flies

The Beginning

Introductions
no explanation as to why the boys were on the
plane or how they got to this island
Golding allows the characters to introduce
themselves
see the island through the eyes of the boy with
the fair hair
introduction of the conch - most important

Leaders - Ralph
fathers in navy
natural appeal
has a plan
attractive

Jack
people have respect for
him - choir
already a leader
powerful vibe
charismatic
strong - hunter

Piggy
nice to kids
attentive to everyone
organized
mature
intelligent
not reactive - contemplative
logical
master of the conch

Important Quotes
to put on a grey shirt was strangely pleasing (9)
The boy who controlled them (15)
the pause only long enough for them to
understand what an enormity the downward
stroke would be (28).
Next time there would be no mercy (28).