Reading Logs for Chapters 9, 10, 11, and 12

Reading Log for Lord of the Flies
For chapters 9, 10, 11 and 12, please do the following:

1. Read the chapter. Be familiar with what happens. For each chapter, write a paragraph (approximately 150 words) on how the events in the chapter function as allegory. Remember that allegory is “a symbolic work: a work in which the characters and events are to be understood as representing other things and symbolically expressing a deeper, often spiritual, moral, or political meaning” (Encarta Dictionary).

2. Answer the following questions:
a) Tell about a time when you had a similar dilemma to one of the characters in this chapter. Explain what some of the similarities are.

b) Could the things in this chapter happen in today’s society? Give a specific, detailed example (i.e. bullying, morality, etc.).

3. Choose one concrete detail that you feel is significant in this chapter. Write a transition, a lead in and lead out. Remember to include the page number. If you don’t include a page number, you will not receive credit for this assignment. Write two sentences of commentary that is in-depth interpretation or explanation of the CD.