LORD OF THE FLIES: GUIDELINES TO CHAPTER ANALYSIS
You will be part of a group of 3 allocated a chapter to analyse and discuss.
You are to prepare and make an oral presentation to the class about what this chapter contributes to the
novel as a whole. It is compulsory that you incorporate a visual “tool” viz Powerpoint, graphics,
photographs, video, models etc
Do not just repeat what happens; your focus should be on the significance of events, and on the methods
used by the author to tell his story. Understanding, Analysis and Interpretation are key. Work to a
perceptive understanding that shows insights.
You analysis should include:
1.
A summary of plot/ action
2.
Discussion of the setting
3.
Characterization/ Character development or deterioration
4.
Dress and mannerism
5.
Narration/ Point of View/ Narrative structure/Interior monologue
6.
Golding’s intentions/ message (environment, human nature, society, power, good/evil, govt)
7.
Foreshadowing
8.
Parallel situations and analogies
9.
Themes
10.
Irony
11.
Comparison and Contrast in character, setting, events etc
12.
Significant/ vivid/ effective descriptions of events, characters and places
13.
The creation of tension and mystery/ mood and atmosphere
14.
Violence, clashes and differences explored and understood
15.
Comment on problems, conflicts, dilemmas and issues
16.
Ominous, sinister signs/ deepening cracks
17.
Signs of Atavism
18.
Signs of Progress
19.
Use of symbolism, imagery
20.
Language and Style
21.
Recurring motifs and ideas
22.
Some standout quotes explained
23.
Anything else that could be usefully explained or commented on.
LORD OF THE FLIES: GUIDELINES TO CHAPTER ANALYSIS
You will be part of a group of 3 allocated a chapter to analyse and discuss.
You are to prepare and make an oral presentation to the class about what this chapter contributes to the
novel as a whole. It is compulsory that you incorporate a visual “tool” viz Powerpoint, graphics,
photographs, video, models etc
Do not just repeat what happens; your focus should be on the significance of events, and on the methods
used by the author to tell his story. Understanding, Analysis and Interpretation are key. Work to a
perceptive understanding that shows insights.
You analysis should include:
1.
A summary of plot/ action
2.
Discussion of the setting
3.
Characterization/ Character development or deterioration
4.
Dress and mannerism
5.
Narration/ Point of View/ Narrative structure/Interior monologue
6.
Golding’s intentions/ message (environment, human nature, society, power, good/evil, govt)
7.
Foreshadowing
8.
Parallel situations and analogies
9.
Themes
10.
Irony
11.
Comparison and Contrast in character, setting, events etc
12.
Significant/ vivid/ effective descriptions of events, characters and places
13.
The creation of tension and mystery/ mood and atmosphere
14.
Violence, clashes and differences explored and understood
15.
Comment on problems, conflicts, dilemmas and issues
16.
Ominous, sinister signs/ deepening cracks
17.
Signs of Atavism
18.
Signs of Progress
19.
Use of symbolism, imagery
20.
Language and Style
21.
Recurring motifs and ideas
22.
Some standout quotes explained
23.
Anything else that could be usefully explained or commented on.