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Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What do the boys see when they climb to the peak of a hill?
  1. A ship
  2. Signs of civilization
  3. Steep mountains
  4. A wild pig
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What is the suggestion made by Ralph regarding rescue in Chapter 2?
  1. Building shelters for protection
  2. Hunting for food in the jungle
  3. Creating a large signal fire on the mountain
  4. Exploring the entire island
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What is Jack obsessed with in Chapter 4?
  1. Building huts
  2. Hunting and killing a pig
  3. Maintaining the signal fire
  4. Exploring the jungle
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What excites the boys as they explore the island together?
  1. Finding food
  2. Discovering a cave
  3. Bonding and playing in the jungle
  4. Spotting a ship on the horizon
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
Why does Piggy become agitated during the meeting?
  1. Because he wants to be the leader
  2. Due to the fear of a monster on the island
  3. Concerned about the lack of food
  4. Frustrated with the disorganization of the group
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What cruel act do Roger and Maurice commit against the littluns?
  1. Stealing their food
  2. Destroying their sandcastle
  3. Ignoring them
  4. Mimicking their voices
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What does Ralph declare about the use of the conch shell during meetings?
  1. It will be used as a weapon.
  2. It will determine who gets to speak.
  3. It is not important for communication.
  4. It is to be kept hidden.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
Who wins the election for the leader of the boys?
  1. Piggy
  2. Simon
  3. Jack
  4. Ralph
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What troubles the littluns in the evening?
  1. Diarrhea and stomach ailments
  2. Lack of food
  3. Fear of the dark
  4. Dreams of the "beastie"
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What tragic event occurs during the attempt to rekindle the fire?
  1. A shipwreck
  2. The death of a pig
  3. The burning of the signal fire
  4. The disappearance of a little boy
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
Why does Ralph go to investigate the caves alone?
  1. He wants to prove his bravery.
  2. He is curious about the new area.
  3. The other boys dare him to go.
  4. Jack insists on it.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What does Piggy dismiss as mirages caused by sunlight striking the water?
  1. Strange sounds in the jungle
  2. Visions troubling the boys
  3. Ships on the horizon
  4. Bizarre images flickering over the water
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What part of the island do the boys reach during the search that they haven't explored before?
  1. A dense jungle
  2. A beach with sea caves
  3. A thin walkway leading to a hill with small caves
  4. A mountain with a clear view of the horizon
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How does life on the island develop a daily rhythm in Chapter 4?
  1. With constant rain
  2. Pleasant mornings, hot afternoons, and frightening nights
  3. Cool mornings and hot afternoons
  4. Dark and cold throughout the day
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How do the hunters react when Ralph calls a meeting?
  1. They apologize for their actions.
  2. They continue to dance wildly around the fire.
  3. They express remorse for letting the fire go out.
  4. They gather around for a serious discussion.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What does Jack claim the boys want during his argument with Ralph?
  1. Shelter
  2. Meat
  3. Fire
  4. Leadership
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
Why is Ralph hesitant to blow the conch shell after the chaos ensues?
  1. He fears Jack's reaction.
  2. He believes it won't be effective.
  3. He thinks the boys won't listen.
  4. He wants to maintain order.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What happens when Piggy complains about the hunters' immaturity?
  1. Jack apologizes to Piggy
  2. Ralph defends Piggy
  3. Jack slaps Piggy, breaking his glasses
  4. The boys ignore Piggy
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
Who leads the search for the beast on the island?
  1. Ralph
  2. Jack
  3. Piggy
  4. Simon
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