Question 6 (2 points)
6. In what way is Starbuck different from Ahab?
Question 6 options:
a. He is more realistic, pointing out that catching a whale like Moby D won’t bring in a lot of money at the Nantucket market.
b. He is more vengeful, desiring the death of Moby Dbe painful.
c. He is more poetic, showing his oratory skill in addressing the crew as he draws out their approval and excitement.
d. Starbuck drinks his coffee black, while Captain Ahab likes a lump of sugar so he can imagine his sugar cube is Moby D and watch him dissolve before he devours him.
Question 7 (2 points)
7. Why does Ahab want to kill Moby D?
Question 7 options:
a. The whale bit off Ahab's leg.
b. The whale's products will get a good price on the market.
c. The whale killed Ahab’s son.
d. The whale is a simple creature following its instincts.
Question 8 (2 points)
8. Why do Starbuck and the others join Ahab's quest?
Question 8 options:
a. They are moved by Ahab's speech and courage.
b. They are tempted by the offer of a reward.
c. They feel they have no choice.
d. Like their captain, they too are enraged at the whale, and desire vengeance.
Question 9 (2 points)
9. Based on his comments, what seems to be Ahab's attitude toward nature?
Question 9 options:
a. He considers it a source of spiritual comfort.
b. He finds it uncontrollable and mysterious.
c. He considers it the greatest teacher.
d. He finds it beautiful.
Question 10 (2 points)
10. Which Dark Romantic characteristics are present in both “The Birthmark” and Moby D?
Question 10 options:
a. Nature reflects a dark and mysterious power
b. The divine is real but threatening
c. Downplays rules, authority, and traditions
d. Emphasizes guilt and fear and preoccupation with gloomy concepts
