Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 4 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Analyze the author’s craft to identify language and details that contribute to Percival’s distinct characterization Isolate a falsehood from among several true statements Discern the function of a given passage Apply knowledge of various literary devices (neologism and onomatopoeia) Articulate the internal conflict Simon experiences Contrast Jack’s behavior toward Ralph versus Piggy and evaluate what it indicates about Jack’s mindset Identify specific textual details from this chapter that reinforce the claim that Simon is compassionate and thoughtful Write with clarity and precision

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 7 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices (metaphor and personification) Determine the function of a given passage Analyze the author’s craft to articulate what literary technique is applied and what purpose it serves Determine the function of the entire chapter Analyze how Ralph becomes a dynamic character and connect Ralph’s transformation to the author’s theme on human nature Write with clarity and precision

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 6 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices (personification, sibilance, simile, meiosis, allusion, and idiom) Articulate the situational irony associated with Jack’s criticism of Ralph Analyze the greater significance of the air battle and dead pilot Analyze the author’s craft to explain how juxtaposition is applied in a given passage Articulate Simon’s internal conflict in the context of the chapter Write with clarity and precision

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 8 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices (simile, onomatopoeia, situational irony, and more) Analyze a given passage to identify which of Jack’s character traits are highlighted Analyze a given passage to identify which literary theme is most dominant in context Articulate the significance of given descriptive details in terms of character and plot development Analyze the author’s craft to identify the technique used to maximize shock value Isolate a passage that reflects the conflict between primal impulses and the conditioning of civil society Conduct brief research on the Greek myth of Prometheus and draw literary parallels between it and Lord of the Flies Write with clarity and precision

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 9 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Define complex words and phrases in context Apply knowledge of various literary devices (metaphor, personification, and oxymoron) Articulate how details associated with heat contribute to the development of both plot and character Analyze the author’s language to determine what it implies about a given character Identify several chapter details that contribute to Jack’s deified characterization Identify several chapter details that contribute to Piggy and Ralph’s loss of discipline Explain how a given passage honors and dignifies the character of Simon after his death Write with clarity and precision

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 10 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices (metaphor, simile, personification, imagery, situational irony, and syncope) Make logical inferences about Ralph’s psychological state in the context of a passage Explore character motivations Discern the greater significance of a given detail Explain how a given phrase is a euphemism and why the author chose to employ this device Articulate the purpose of Wilfred’s brutal punishment in terms of plot development Identify textual evidence in support of a claim Write with clarity and precision

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 11 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices (personification) Discern the greater significance of a given detail Demonstrate understanding of figurative language Make logical inferences about character behavior Analyze character intentions and motivations Define complex words and phrases in context Identify textual evidence in support of a claim

Go beyond reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills for high school with this set of rigorous questions on chapter 12 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A variety of question types facilitates preparation for standardized testing scenarios. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with this resource, students will: Discern what the text states explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices (personification, aposiopesis, sibilance, and situational irony) Demonstrate understanding of figurative language Make logical inferences about character behavior Analyze character intentions and motivations Analyze the author’s craft to articulate how the incorporation of frequent em-dashes contributes to storytelling Articulate the significance of a given detail Conduct brief research on the author and identify examples of autobiographical parallel Identify textual evidence in support of a claim Write with clarity and precision

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this multiple choice, plot-based quiz on chapter 1 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: A general description of Ralph The reason for the boys’ presence on the island A general description of Piggy Ralph’s reaction to his surroundings The significance of a conch shell A general description of Jack The election of a leader The reason for the nature of Jack’s interactions with Piggy Ralph’s insensitivity toward Piggy A disruption to the festive atmosphere while exploring the island

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 3 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Jack’s developing talent Ralph’s commitment to manual labor Simon’s general selflessness in comparison to his peers Piggy’s perception of manual labor Ralph’s complaint to Jack about others’ behavior Ralph’s suggestion to Jack regarding new work What Jack and Ralph decide to do despite their resentments Jack’s increasing paranoia Simon’s motive for wandering off

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 4 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The effect of the harsh midday light on the boys The effect of the extreme night darkness on the boys The effect of the jungle fruit on the little ‘uns Jack and his fellow hunters’ treatment of the little ‘uns How Jack and his fellow hunters show they are becoming more savage Piggy’s desire to make a sundial A sudden observation while at the beach Why the signal fire was extinguished Jack’s response to Piggy’s criticism Jack’s desire to exercise power over Piggy Simon’s selfless deed Ralph’s decision at the end of the chapter

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this multiple choice, plot-based quiz on chapter 2 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Ralph’s emphasis on the boys’ need to maintain patience and calm Ralph’s recommendation that rules be established Jack’s reaction to the idea of establishing and enforcing rules A new purpose of the conch shell Reasons for Piggy’s frustration with the boys An unsettling claim by a young boy Ralph’s recommendation that the boys signal for help on the mountain The tool that is used and inadvertently causes a raging fire The boys’ general reaction to the devastating event

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 5 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The purpose of the meeting Jack’s treatment of the little ‘uns The general reception to Jack’s speech Phil’s dreams Simon’s admission The general reception to Simon’s dialogue Ralph’s suggestion of a vote Piggy’s suggestion to Ralph after the boys break away from the meeting Ralph’s feelings toward the idea of resigning from leadership Piggy’s desires Percival’s nightmare

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 6 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: A disturbance of the peace The characters assigned to watch the signal fire An fear-inducing incident Allegations involving the beast The reason for Ralph’s apprehension Piggy’s responsibility Ralph’s investigation of the cave The reason for Ralph’s anger toward the boys How the boys have fun

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 7 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Ralph’s nostalgia Simon’s reassuring nature Ralph’s reaction to Simon’s reassurance The nature of Jack’s injury The effect hunting has on Ralph The result of the hunt Robert’s near-death experience Jack’s lack of compassion How Ralph endangers his own life Simon’s volunteerism An exploration of the mountain

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 8 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Jack’s calling of an assembly Information Jack shares with the group Simon’s suggestion to seek the beast Piggy’s suggestion to improve their odds of rescue Ralph’s reaction to Piggy’s suggestion Boys’ abandonment of Ralph’s faction Piggy’s reaction to the boys’ abandonment of Ralph’s faction The savage behavior of Jack’s faction Jack’s invitation Simon’s peculiar encounter in the jungle

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 9 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Simon’s disturbing experience Ralph and Piggy’s socialization Piggy’s suggestion to join Jack’s faction How Piggy is injured How Ralph and Piggy express disobedience Ralph’s curiosity about the hunters’ lack of storm preparations Participants in the ritualistic dance Simon’s warnings The reaction to Simon’s sudden appearance The fate of the pilot’s corpse

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 10 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Piggy’s explanation of Simon’s death Ralph’s sense of personal accountability Jack’s explanation for the physical appearance of the beast Roger’s status within Jack’s tribe The conflicted feelings of several of Jack’s followers Jack’s warnings to his followers Jack’s plan to steal fire Sam and Eric’s emotional and psychological state The fate of Piggy’s eyeglasses

Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this editable quiz on chapter 11 of Lord of the Flies by William Golding. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Decisions made at an assembly The purpose of the conch from Jack’s perspective A dangerous discovery at Castle Rock Ralph’s demands of Jack Ralph’s accusations The reason for Jack’s assault of Ralph The nature of Piggy’s death The identity of Piggy’s killer Ralph’s escape The treatment of the twins