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Is right whale a kind of whale?
yes it is. the right whale got its name because many years ago, harpooners thought it was the "right" whale to harpoon because it was so slow.
What was Ahabs artificial leg made of?
Ahab's artificial leg was made of whale bone. It was a whale ivory prosthesis that he had specially crafted for him after losing his leg in a whaling accident.
Why does Starbuck object to Ahabs desire to pursue Moby-Dick?
He sees Ahabs fixation with the whale as madness. He would rather stick to just doing the job of finding and killing whales for their oil, rather than chasing one particular whale. He sees Ahab as crazy and a time waster, that he should think to act revenge on an animal that has no concept of revenge.
In Melvilles Moby-Dick identify most closely with the main character Ishmael as he recounts the tale of Ahabs voyage after the white whale Ishmael must be?
the protagonist.
What chances should be given to help young people to pursue and fulfill their dreams?
a whale
How Did stubborn react to captain Ahabs obsession with killing the white whale?
On researching an answer to the above question, I discovered (on the internet) such a host of interesting bits and pieces (some fact, some fiction) that I recommend a closer study of Moby Dick.
What is the great but commercially unsuccessful novel about Captain Ahabs obsessive pursuit of a white whale?
The novel is "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville. It tells the story of Captain Ahab's relentless quest for revenge against the white whale, Moby Dick, which destroyed his previous ship and severed his leg. Despite its initial commercial failure, it is now considered a classic of American literature.
Who thought about using one of Ahabs muskets to kill captain?
starbuck
When the long boats were lowered to pursue the first whale sighted by the crew what surprised the crew members?
When the long boats were lowered to pursue the first whale, the crew members were surprised by the sheer size and power of the creature. Many were taken aback by how quickly the whale could move, often evading capture despite their efforts. Additionally, the crew's initial excitement was tempered by the realization of the dangers involved in hunting such a massive animal. The experience highlighted both the thrill and the unpredictability of whaling.
What happened after Captain Ahab climbed to the top of the mast to look for the white whale?
After Captain Ahab climbed to the top of the mast to look for the white whale, he spotted Moby Dick in the distance. He became consumed by his obsession and vowed to pursue the whale relentlessly, leading to their fateful final encounter.
What surprised the crewmembers when the long boats were lowered to pursue the first whale sighted by the crew?
they saw five men in ahab's boat whom no one had seen before
What best describes Ahabs personality?
Ahab's personality is characterized by obsession, vengeance, and stubbornness. He is driven by his single-minded pursuit of revenge against the white whale, Moby Dick, to the point of self-destruction. His intense focus on his goal and his refusal to give up make him a complex and compelling character in Herman Melville's novel "Moby Dick."
