lord of the flies character analysis activity

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Characters in Lord of the Flies

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As students read, a storyboard can serve as a helpful character reference log. This log (also called a character map ) allows students to recall relevant information about important characters. When reading a novel, small attributes and details frequently become important as the plot progresses. With character mapping, students will record this information, helping them follow along and catch the subtleties which make reading more enjoyable!

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For this character map, try using “ OSCAR ” so students can analyze multiple aspects of a character through direct and indirect characterization.

Lord of the Flies Characters

The main protagonist and one of the oldest boys. He naturally tries to bring order to the island. He symbolizes society and the need for civilization.

The leader of the hunter group who symbolizes chaos.

Ralph's sidekick who represents science and logic. He wants to help maintain order. However, the other boys tease him and don't respect him. He is killed when Roger rolls a boulder on him.

He represents morality and doesn't fall victim to the evil inside us all. He has a conversation with the 'lord of the flies' and dies soon after.

A cruel sociopath who is Jack's second-in-command. He rolls the boulder onto Piggy, killing him.

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Student Instructions

Create a character map for the major characters.

• Identify the major characters in Lord of the Flies and type their names into the different title boxes.
• Choose a Storyboard That character to represent each of the literary characters.
• Select colors and a pose appropriate to story and character traits.
• Choose a scene or background that makes sense for the character.
• Fill in the text boxes for OSCAR : Other Character's Comments, Character's Speech, Physical Characteristics, Author's Attitude, and Reader's Reaction.

Lesson Plan Reference

Grade Level 6-8

Difficulty Level 3 (Developing to Mastery)

Type of Assignment Individual

Type of Activity: OSCAR - Direct and Indirect Characterization

• [ELA-Literacy/W/9-10/5] Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language standards 1–3 up to and including grades 9–10)
• [ELA-Literacy/W/9-10/6] Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically
• [ELA-Literacy/W/9-10/10] Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences

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How To Facilitate a Discussion on Direct and Indirect Characterization For Character Analysis

Give definitions and illustrations, reread the correct information, discuss general attributes of characters, assess own thoughts, discuss the meaning behind story, frequently asked questions about characters in lord of the flies, who are the primary characters in the story, how does jack's personality change as the book progresses, what purpose do the interactions between the characters in the book serve, lord of the flies.

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