Lord of the Flies Study Guide | Progeny Press
Product Overview
- This guide is advised for older high school students as it explores the fallen condition of the human heart, and the savageness humanity can exhibit
- Optional Activities include additional research, creative writing prompts, more discussion topics, psychology study, and more
- Approximate Completion Time: 7-8 weeks
Description
An airplane, carrying a group of British boys fleeing a devastating nuclear war, is shot down and crashes, stranding the boys on a tropical island. With the pilot dead and only themselves to rule the island, the boys try to establish some form of order.
Under the leadership of Ralph and the advice of a boy called Piggy, the boys set up rules for survival and rescue. Above all else, a signal fire must be maintained. This responsibility is accepted by Jack and his followers, who are also the hunters.
But something stalks the island, sowing fear and discord. The fire is allowed to die and a rescue ship misses them. Day by day the boys change. Conflicts arise. Mistakes happen. And as time passes, the children become barbaric, careless, and cruel.
Content Warning: This title is recommended for mature readers!
Through William Golding's brilliant and iconic novel, students will learn:
- About the Author: Learn about William Golding.
- Background Information: WWII aftermath, psychoanalysis.
- Vocabulary words used throughout the novel, utilizing a variety of activities to stimulate retention and growth.
- Literary Techniques: In context, dictionary, characterization, setting, allusion, symbol, foreshadowing, imagery, mood, point of view, juxtaposition, irony, Messiah figure, synonym, pathetic fallacy, personification, theme, conflict.
- Moral Lessons and Character Values: Eden, leadership, repentance, Bible study, sin, fear, truth, certainty, restraint, worldviews, rules, mental state, violence, evil, death, moral law, justice.
- Activities and Writing Assignments: Essay choices, creative writing, art, history, map, philosophy, island novels, poem, crossword, elegy.
- Suggestions for Further Reading: We include a wonderful reading list of more books by the same author(s) and other books that tie in with, or are similar to, Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
All of the unit lessons are written from a Christian worldview!
The High School guides offer many familiar and popular high school literature options from Progeny Press. With over 37 titles to choose from, there are numerous books to fill your students’ reading time! All titles are presented from a Christian worldview, and each guide is filled with comprehension questions, vocabulary building, dedicated analysis work, and scriptural connections and application. Pages can be copied for family and individual classroom use. Many of the classics are found in this collection and would provide a great opportunity (or incentive) for your students to read the book and watch the movie! The recommended goal is for students to read 4-6 guides during the school year. Answers are in the back and can be easily removed. Each guide includes Notes to the Instructor, mini author biographies, and background information. These literature selections are more suited for high school students as they contain difficult topics and content. Guided reading offers a structured reading experience that develops analytical skills while enjoying a well-crafted story! ~Rebecca
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 11-12 |
| Brand: | Progeny Press |
| Author: | Michael Gilleland |
| ISBN: | 9781586093709 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.75 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.1875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |