LOTF 5.4

LOTF 5.4

Do Now: Re-read the last two paragraphs of chapter 9, starting with "Along the shoreward edge" on page 154. Find words and phrases in the description of Simon's body that might make him seem "holy." How many can you find? Make a list. (In NOTABILITY)

Objectives:

• use close reading skills to unpack symbolism

Agenda:

1. Do Now

2. In pairs: If Simon is "holy," why is it so significant that they've killed him? What is happening to the boys and the island? What point might Golding be trying to make?

3. Face/Word bubbles
4. Begin Chapter 10

5. Summarizer

HW: Chapter 10