Lord of the Flies- Chapter 1

Chapter 1: The Sound of the Shell

"Stranded"

Perspective- Ralph

INTERVIEW WITH RALPH:

1. Describe the setting of the island?

The island is pretty small, with jungle in the middle. Our plane crash left a scar in the middle of the forest. On the edges it’s quite rocky and one cliff is pink! It’s the most unusual thing.

2. What major event has brought you to this island?

Well I was on a plane with many other schoolboys when our plane crashed onto a deserted island!

3. Introduce yourself and explain your relationship to the other characters (of interest) who have been introduced so far.

My name is Ralph. I have fair skin and a boxer’s body. My dad is the commander in the navy, and I’m the new leader of the group of boys. I met a fat boy named… Well I’m not sure of his name, but I call him Piggy. He is quite annoying actually. Too eager, I suppose. He won’t shut up about his “auntie” who he lives with because both of his parents are dead. He is very sensitive and has asthma. He also wears glasses and has a pale body. There is a choir group too. Their leader is named Jack. At first I didn’t like him at all but after spending a little time with him I got to know him more. He has red hair, blue eyes and freckles.

4. Why are there no adults on this island?

There are no adults because our plane driver disappeared after the crash. Nobody knows for sure what happened to him.

5. What powers does a person holding the conch have? How do you feel about the conch?

The person holding the conch seems to get respect and is listened to by the rest of the boys. I like the conch because it gives me a sort of power.

What is the choir’s job? How do you feel about the boys in the choir?

The choir boys are the group hunters. They will kill animals and such for food. I guess the boys are allright. They all seem to flock to Jack like they're helpless and need him for every decision they make.

What desirable qualities do you have that would make you a good chief?

I have leadership qualities and also the conch. The conch will definitely help me. I am adventurous and will listen to others if they have something important to say.