Savagery Versus Civilization
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Objective
I can explain how the symbols in *Lord of the Flies* reflect the conflict between savagery and civilization.
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Warm-up video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
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Practice
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According to the video, what are the two competing instincts that exist inside everyone?
In *Lord of the Flies*, what does Ralph symbolize? What does Jack symbolize?
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Exit ticket
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“Explain how the signal fire in *Lord of the Flies* symbolizes the boys' connection to civilization. How does the character of Piggy and his glasses symbolize intellect and civilization, according to the video's discussion of *Lord of the Flies*? ”
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