5A Sample Work Guide (Modified)

Question

1.	GO to FILE and MAKE a  COPY of this DOCUMENT. 
2.	Choose ONE  activity below to complete. 
3.	Upload your work to the Sample Work in Unit 5 Lesson 12

Activity #1
Use the graphic organizer below to create a character map with a brief character trait description of 2 main characters from Lord of the Flies.

Then, write a short paragraph about ONE of the main characters and how their interactions with another character advance the novel’s plot.

*double click on the image to be able to type inside the boxes
Character #1 _________________				  Character #2__________________

Short Paragraph
The main character __________(add character)from the novel, Lord of the Flies, interacts with ________ (add another character) throughout the novel.

In one instance,_________________________________ (Write about an main interaction the character had with another character. 2 or 3 sentences.)

This occurrence really drives the plot forward in the novel by____________________________. (Discuss briefly how this interaction added to the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action or resolution in the novel.)

Activity #2

Write a 400 word essay regarding the plot structure, setting and main theme of Lord of the Flies. Your essay should name the point in the novel at which plot element appears. Support your work with evidence from the novel.

Lord of the Flies, by William Golding, uniquely presents the plot structure, theme and setting in a way that captivates the reader.

The setting is described in the  exposition of Lord of the Flies as being “________________________”. (mention a description of the setting from the novel.)  The exposition goes on to relate how___________________________________.

The rising action is marked by______________________________________.

The climax occurs when____________________________________. The feelings of the characters are described when the narrator states, “_________________________’. These words demonstrate_____________________________.

The falling action follows________________________________.

The resolution of the novel _____________________________________.

The primary theme of Lord of the flies is_______________________. An example, in the _____________ as to when Golding clearly demonstrates  this theme is when______________. ____________ stated, “__________________________”. The reader can discern that ____________________.

In conclusion, Lord of the Flies is________________________________. The setting and plot of the novel demonstrates the theme and shows the reader that __________________.

GPT-4o mini · Answer

Sure! Below you'll find a completed version of Activity #1, including a character map and a short paragraph about one of the main characters from "Lord of the Flies." Note that you will need to input the character names and traits as necessary in your document.

Character Map Character #1: Ralph
Traits: Charismatic, natural leader, struggles with authority.

Character #2: Jack
Traits: Aggressive, power-hungry, impulsive.

Short Paragraph The main character Ralph from the novel, "Lord of the Flies," interacts with Jack throughout the novel. In one instance, during a heated argument over leadership and the direction the boys should take, Jack openly challenges Ralph's authority and organization of the group by refusing to follow the rules Ralph established. This occurrence really drives the plot forward in the novel by highlighting the conflict between order and chaos, which escalates as Jack's desire for power grows. This pivotal interaction adds to the rising action as the division between the boys deepens, ultimately leading to chaos and violence on the island.

Feel free to adapt the traits and examples based on your interpretation of the story and characters! If you need help with Activity #2 or have other questions, let me know!