Lord of the Flies, Chapters Two and Three

What scares you?  It is very common for people to have fears.  One person might be afraid of heights while another may be scared of being buried alive.  Many people become more fearful when it is dark outside, especially if they are in a strange location or home alone.  During the next two chapters, you will think about fears and how people handle fear differently. Earlier you learned that fear clouds the decision making processes. In this topic, you will explore how fear disrupts the decision making process and what happens when people rush into things without thinking about the consequences of their actions. 

Essential Questions

• How is fear a powerful force that can affect people in different ways?
• What can happen when people rush into decisions?