Answer to Question #285415 in English for Kelsey Jand

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Lord of the Flies Study Guide Questions

Direction: Your answers need to be thorough, and where possible, quote the text (with citation).

Chapter 4

Imagery: The language that a writer uses to convey a visual picture (to create or represent any sensory experience) is imagery. Give examples of imagery that cover each of the five senses from the beginning of this chapter. What is Golding trying to convey through this imagery?

Answer 1

In Lord of the Flies, William Golding is conveying the message that human beings must have rules, authority and government in order to maintain a safe environment. Left to their own, with freedom from discipline, rules, and governmental regulations, Jack and his tribal warriors return to animal instincts