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Fire on the Mountain

What do Ralph and Jack try to establish at the meeting at the beginning of the chapter?

What problem does the boy with the birthmark bring up at the meeting?

Ralph is upset when the boys focus on the negative aspects of the island.

What are the two things Ralph says are the most important things to remember?

What does Piggy think about how all the boys act at the end of their meeting?

Find the part where the boys use Piggy's glasses to start the fire.

What do you think the word "specs" is short for?

Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent and idea or meaning in addition to its literal meaning.

In this chapter, what does the fire on the mountain symbolize?

Who does Piggy realize must have died in the forest fire?

Why does Jack think that they will be successful on the island and not become savages?

What is the main idea of this chapter?

What do you think will happen next?