Chapter 2: Fire on the Mountain Quiz — Lord of the Flies

What rule does Ralph establish for the meetings in Chapter 2?

• Only the person holding the conch may speak
• Everyone must raise their hand before speaking
• Only the chief and his advisors may speak
• Boys must stand in a circle to speak

Who first reports seeing the 'beastie' on the island?

• A littlun with a mulberry-colored birthmark
• Simon during his walk through the forest
• Jack while exploring the mountain
• Piggy after hearing strange noises at night

How do the boys light the signal fire?

• They use Piggy's glasses to focus sunlight
• They rub sticks together to create friction
• They find matches in the wreckage of the plane
• Jack strikes flint rocks together

What happens to the signal fire after it is lit?

• It rages out of control and burns a large section of forest
• It goes out immediately because the wood is damp
• It burns steadily and attracts a passing ship
• It is extinguished by a sudden rainstorm

What does Jack declare about the conch on the mountain?

• That the conch has no authority on the mountain
• That the conch should be kept on the mountain permanently
• That only he should hold the conch during meetings
• That the conch is too fragile to carry up the mountain

Who points out that the boy with the birthmark is missing?

• Piggy
• Ralph
• Simon
• Jack

What does the littlun say the 'beastie' resembles?

• A snake or the jungle creepers
• A large bird with dark wings
• A wild boar with red eyes
• A shadow shaped like a man

What is Ralph's primary reason for wanting a signal fire?

• To alert passing ships so they can be rescued
• To keep the boys warm at night
• To cook the food that the hunters catch
• To scare away the beastie

Which of the following events actually happen in Chapter 2?

Which of these statements about Chapter 2 are true?

In the context of Chapter 2, what does the word 'creepers' refer to?

• Climbing jungle vines found across the island
• Small insects that crawl along the ground
• The younger boys who follow the older ones around
• Shadows cast by the trees at night

What does 'indignation' mean as used to describe Piggy's reaction to the boys' behavior?

• Anger provoked by unfair treatment
• A feeling of deep sadness
• Confusion about what is happening
• Fear of being left alone

What is a 'tirade' as used to describe Piggy's speech after the fire?

• A long, angry speech of criticism
• A whispered conversation between two people
• A formal address to a large group
• A brief and cheerful remark