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In this unit you will read Lord of the Flies and explore the ideas and issues raised by the novel

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Speaking and Listening

1) You will discuss the novel in class.

2) You will explore dramatic interpretations of the novel, performing extracts from Nigel Williams’ play and your own dialogues and monologues.

 Reading

3) You will read the novel and develop an understanding of the writer’s ideas through detailed study of language and style.

4) You will answer comprehension questions and take part in activities, which will develop your understanding of the novel on more than one level.

5) You will read about and research the social and historical context of the novel.

 Writing

6) You will write:

·        a creative extension piece

·        chapter notes and summaries

·        a character comparison

·        an analytical essay

 Some Key terms and concepts:

Utopia Dystopia Civilization
Democracy Dictatorship Corruption

Allegory

Savagery  

Fill in this STUDY GUIDE as you read each chapter

Fill in this SENSES CHART as you read chapter one.