Question

help asap When Jim decides to board the Hispaniola in chapters 22-24 of Treasure Island, why doesn’t he paddle to shore?

A. There are pirates on the shore.
B. The boat would be smashed up against the rocks.
C. He wants to look for treasure.
D. He will get in trouble for stealing the boat.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. The boat would be smashed up against the rocks.

Explanation:

Upon awakening, Jim discovers that he has drifted to the southwest end of Treasure Island. Paddling toward shore is useless, as he would be dashed to death on the rocks that form this edge of the island.