The document discusses William Golding's novel Lord of the Flies and the change from friendship to violence depicted in the story. It presents two essay prompts, either analyzing how Golding presents this change and what it shows about human nature, or discussing the importance and symbolism of the "beast" in the novel. The document includes an outline for a response to the first prompt, noting that Golding uses vivid imagery and symbolism to comment on the human condition and the downfall from initial friendship into violence over the course of the story.