
Teach Lord of the Flies by William Golding with this 36-slide, fully editable Chapter 9 PowerPoint (PPT)
This resource covers chapter summary, detailed character analysis, key themes, symbolism, quotes, and interactive student activities for Chapter 9: A View to a Death. This is the novel’s most emotionally charged chapter—Simon’s revelation, the boys’ frenzied ritual, and his tragic death—making it ideal for lessons focused on symbolism, mob mentality, and the inherent darkness in human nature.
This lesson is packed with visuals, structured tasks, and opportunities for critical thinking, perfect for literature circles, scaffolded notes, and study guides for Grades 8–11.
What’s Inside the Chapter 9 PPT:
-Do Now Task: Comprehension questions on Simon’s discovery and the events at the feast
-Warmer Activity: “Inside and Outside Simon” character perspective map
-Character Analysis: Ralph, Piggy, Jack, Simon, Hunters
-Detailed Plot Summary: Four clear sections covering all major events
-Theme Exploration: Human evil, mob mentality, nature’s indifference, rise of absolute power
-Symbolism Explained: Simon, Lord of the Flies, circle dance, storm
-Key Quotes Analysis: Context and thematic insight
-Class Debate: “Who or what is the real beast?”
-Exit Ticket: Visual Symbol Reflection
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
-Engages students with Activities, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving
-Works for Lessons, Literature Circles, and Study Guides
-Builds analysis skills through Scaffolded Notes
-Fully editable to adapt for different pacing and class needs
-Aligned with DOK and Bloom’s Taxonomy:
DOK 1 / Remembering: Recall key events and symbolic moments in Chapter 9
DOK 2 / Understanding & Applying: Explain how mob mentality influences the boys’ actions during Simon’s death
DOK 3 / Analyzing & Evaluating: Analyze Simon’s symbolic role and evaluate the meaning of his death in relation to the novel’s themes
DOK 4 / Creating: Create an original symbolic drawing and explanation that captures a key event or theme from the chapter
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