Week of January 29th

This week we will be reading chapter 7-8 of Lord of the Flies.  Students will analyze character actions, locate literary devices, and examine the text as it connects to imperialism.  

Specifically, as part of his examination of human nature, William Golding’s Lord of the Flies can be seen as an analysis of imperialism.  Furthermore, some argue that Golding’s novel confronts those who justify a system that sanctions theft, injustice, ignorance, and violence.  Alternately, some surmise that Golding, as a British citizen and member of the British Royal Navy during WWII, wrote in support of imperialism and its civilizing influence.  In order to understand these perspectives, students will use excerpts from an additional text and a Newsweek article to inquire into this theme.

Students who need additional time to understand the last several chapters will complete an alternative assignment.  

Homework
1.  Read ch. 7-8 of Lord of the Flies
2.  Daily reading - 30 minutes or more
3.  Chapters 7-8 Character Analysis & Imperialism Inquiry OR Lord of the Flies ch. 4-8 summaries (Students will be working on this in class as well.)