Lord of the Flies Characters and Identities

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Lord of the Flies Characters and Identities

Roger

Golding gave him the name because Roger is sad and willing kill and ruin things that weren't his.

Name definition: Masculine, fame, and sadness

Symbol associated with: devil/ beast or pure evil

Leadership style: Jacks lieutenant

Attitude towards other boys: Only respects Jack and the rest of the choir.

Personality: Intense, cruel, irresponsible, and secretive

Appearance: slight and furtive

Jack

Golding gave him the name because he is a dictator. Jack who is not a leader is trying to over throw Ralph, the leader.

Name definition: Jack-John. God is gracious or someone who over throws a throne. Middle Ages English name.

Symbol associated with: Knife

Leadership Style: Dictator/ auto chromatic

Attitude towards other boys: Nicer to his choir boys. Rude to Ralph, Piggy and Simon.

Personality: Insecure, violent and charismatic

Appearance: Tall, black hair, and athletic

Piggy

Symbol associated with: Piggy's specs

Leadership style: Democratic

Attitude towards other boys: Piggy is supportive of Ralph and everyone else who respects him.

Personality: Smart, shy, thoughtful, supportive and asthma

Appearance: Overweight, short and pale

Simon

Golding gave him the name because Simon is seen as a god-like figure always happy and willing to help.

Name definition: Simon-Peter. Seen as a god. Hebrew and Christian

Symbol associated with: Christ-like figure or incarnation if goodness

Attitude towards other boys: He is nice to everyone especially to the little ones.

Personality: Mysterious, christ-like, and happy

Appearance: Skinny, bright eyes, wicked, and black coarse hair

Ralph

Golding gave him the name because he is decisive and tries to lead the pack like he tries to lead the island.

Name definition: Counsel of wolf or a wise wolf. German, Scandinavian, and English origin.

Symbol associated with: Conch shell

Leadership style: Democracy

Attitude towards other boys: Considers their well-being, not kind to Roger and Jack, nice to Piggy, Simon and the little ones.

Personality: socialized, civilized, charismatic, intelligent, leader

Age: 12 years old

Appearance: Blonde hair, athletic and tall