Who is the author of Lord of the Flies?
What can you deduce about the setting from the first paragraph?
What is a lagoon? (Google/Define)
The first page introduces two of the novel’s main characters, as yet unnamed. What do we learn about each of them on just the first page? Quote the text directly to show their initial characterization.
In context, what is "the scar"? What are "creepers"?
How did these two boys get into this situation? How do they feel about this situation?
Describe Ralph's character and appearance in Ch. 1. How is he characterized?
Why do you think that Ralph doesn't ask the other boy his name?
What additional details do we learn about the second boy?
The second boy reveals his nickname. Why would he dislike it?
Summarize Ch. 1 in your own words. (Bullet Points are fine)
In your summary, also explain - Why does the author title Chapter 1 as "The Sound of the Shell?"
(Challenge: Analyze author's purpose! What does this title suggest, foreshadow, describe, or develop?)