Lord of the Flies: Chapters 1 and 2

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While it is important to check for comprehension as you read, many other important elements can be learned from Lord of the Flies.

The focus in Chapters 1 and 2 is the setting.

Setting is the historical moment in time, as well as the geographic location, of a story. Details of a setting often help establish a backdrop and mood for a story, and the setting is considered one of the fundamental components of fiction.

For more information on setting, watch the three videos below.

Several elements are often at play in the setting.

In Lord of the Flies, the historical context — a world at war — is essential to establishing the story. But the specific setting of the island, where the story takes place, includes details that help the plot move forward.

As you get ready to read, ensure you are paying close attention to the details Golding gives about what the island looks like and where the elements are located.

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