He has a strong build, fair hair, and a calmness about his eyes and face. He is happy and outgoing, and he is elected the leader of the group of boys marooned on the island in a sort of miniature civilization.

Piggy is naturally plump and short, wears thick glasses and has asthma. Piggy's inventiveness often leads the group to innovation.

What happened to the plane that made these boys stranded on the island?

The plane crashed on the island after it was shot out of the sky.

How does Ralph behave when he learns what people call Piggy at home?

Ralph begins to laugh and jokes around with Piggy in a friendly manner.

What does Ralph's father do for a living and why does this provide hope for Ralph?

Ralph's father is a commander in the Royal Navy, and Ralph hopes he can rescue them.

What did Piggy's Aunt do for a living? And why did he live with her?

Piggy's Aunt owned a candy store, and he lived with her because he is an orphan

According to Piggy, why is it likely no one, including the people at the airport, knows where they are?

Piggy thinks everyone is dead from an atom bomb.

What does Ralph use the conch shell for?

by making a trumpet to summon the others on the island to have a meeting.

Explain the outfits of the last group of boys to arrive at the platform:

The last group of boys was wearing their choir uniforms when they arrived on the island. (Square black cap with a silver badge on it and a long black robe)

Instead of introducing himself by Jack, how does Jack introduce himself?

He preferred to be called by his last name, Merridew.

What does Ralph suggest is necessary for helping out with their rescue?

Ralph suggested to vote for a chief so there can be some order in finding a rescue.

What job does Ralph give Piggy?

Piggy's job is to stay back on the beach and record everybody's name.

Why does the piglet get away?

It tore loose and scurried away.

What does Jack promise about "next time?"

"Next time there will be no mercy" (That next time he will kill the pig.)

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Lord of the Flies: Chapter 1 Review

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Describe Ralph:	He has a strong build, fair hair, and a calmness about his eyes and face. He is happy and outgoing, and he is elected the leader of the group of boys marooned on the island in a sort of miniature civilization.
Describe Piggy:	Piggy is naturally plump and short, wears thick glasses and has asthma. Piggy's inventiveness often leads the group to innovation.
What happened to the plane that made these boys stranded on the island?	The plane crashed on the island after it was shot out of the sky.
Why can't Piggy run or swim?	Because he has asthma.
How does Ralph behave when he learns what people call Piggy at home?	Ralph begins to laugh and jokes around with Piggy in a friendly manner.
What does Ralph's father do for a living and why does this provide hope for Ralph?	Ralph's father is a commander in the Royal Navy, and Ralph hopes he can rescue them.
What did Piggy's Aunt do for a living? And why did he live with her?	Piggy's Aunt owned a candy store, and he lived with her because he is an orphan
According to Piggy, why is it likely no one, including the people at the airport, knows where they are?	Piggy thinks everyone is dead from an atom bomb.
What does Ralph find?	A conch shell
What does Ralph use the conch shell for?	by making a trumpet to summon the others on the island to have a meeting.
What are the names of the twins?	Sam and Eric
Explain the outfits of the last group of boys to arrive at the platform:	The last group of boys was wearing their choir uniforms when they arrived on the island. (Square black cap with a silver badge on it and a long black robe)
Instead of introducing himself by Jack, how does Jack introduce himself?	He preferred to be called by his last name, Merridew.
What does Ralph suggest is necessary for helping out with their rescue?	Ralph suggested to vote for a chief so there can be some order in finding a rescue.
What 3 boys go on the exploration t see if they are indeed on an island?	Ralph, Jack, and Simon.
What item does Jack have?	a large knife.
What job does Ralph give Piggy?	Piggy's job is to stay back on the beach and record everybody's name.
What type of animal do the 3 boys see?	A piglet.
Why does the piglet get away?	It tore loose and scurried away.
What does Jack promise about "next time?"	"Next time there will be no mercy" (That next time he will kill the pig.)

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