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Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How does Ralph react when he encounters the naval officer at the end of the novel?
  1. He becomes violent and confrontational.
  2. He breaks down in tears of relief.
  3. He decides to remain on the island.
  4. He challenges the officer's authority.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What happens to Samneric during the hunt for Ralph in the later part of the novel?
  1. They lead the hunt against Ralph.
  2. They try to protect Ralph from harm.
  3. They are injured during the confrontation.
  4. They remain neutral and refuse to participate.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How does Roger contribute to the descent into savagery on the island?
  1. By promoting order and discipline
  2. By resisting Jack's leadership
  3. By advocating for rescue and civilization
  4. By engaging in acts of cruelty and violence
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How do the other boys perceive Simon?
  1. They admire and respect him.
  2. They fear and avoid him.
  3. They include him in their activities.
  4. They appoint him as the leader.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What does Simon's character help illustrate in terms of the novel's themes?
  1. Reason and intellect
  2. Order and civilization
  3. Savagery and darkness
  4. Leadership and authority
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How do the boys react when they realize the littlest boy is missing?
  1. They search for him immediately.
  2. They pretend that nothing has happened.
  3. They blame Piggy for the incident.
  4. They break into tears and panic.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How does Piggy react to the boys' disorganized efforts in keeping the fire alive?
  1. He joins in the chaos.
  2. He remains silent.
  3. He angrily declares the need for proficiency.
  4. He abandons the group.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
Who volunteers to be responsible for keeping the signal fire going?
  1. Piggy
  2. Simon
  3. Ralph
  4. Jack
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
What happens to the signal fire initially created by the boys?
  1. It attracts a passing ship.
  2. It dies down quickly.
  3. It causes a wildfire.
  4. It explodes, creating sparks.
Grade 9 Lord of the Flies
How do the boys attempt to start the signal fire?
  1. Using matches
  2. Focusing sunlight with Piggy's glasses
  3. Rubbing sticks together
  4. Igniting dry leaves
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
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