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The protagonist had survived many __________ during his time in the East Indies.
adventures
During his travels, he realized the importance of __________ and companionship in his life.
friendship
The island inhabitants were once in a state of __________ but had become prosperous under new leadership.
despair
His time alone on the island made him reflect on themes of __________ and community.
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Through his experiences, he learned the value of __________ while navigating different cultures.
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I yearned to be ______ during my time as an enslaved person.
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Xury and I escaped with a small ______ boat.
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I became a ______ in Brazil and grew many crops.
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The Island of Despair was named because many bad things ______ while I was there.
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After the storm caused us to shipwreck, I found myself ______ on an island.
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I called my pet parrot ______.
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Despite the challenges, I chose to be ______ for the island.
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I made some clothing from ______ skins while on the island.
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The prisoner felt so much ______ that I had saved him.
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I decided to share my ______ with the man.
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Friday and I agreed his ______ should be 'Friday.'
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I was glad to have a ______.
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Friday helped me with my daily ______.
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I taught Friday about my life and he taught me about his ______.
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Despite being lonely for many years, John found a sense of ______ in his friendship with Friday.
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The conflict arose when two men from the village ______ the prisoner.
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Study Notes
Journey to the East Indies
- Sold profitable farms in Brazil, leading to a substantial amount of money.
- Visited the Island of Despair on the East Indies journey; noted positive changes and leadership among inhabitants.
Reflections on Life
- Experienced numerous adventures, survived challenges, and took on leadership roles.
- Became financially wealthy and formed lasting friendships, appreciating a fulfilled life journey.
Glossary of Key Terms
- Approach: To come near.
- Convince: To make someone believe something.
- Depart: To leave for a journey.
- Despair: A feeling of hopelessness.
- Gratitude: Appreciation or thankfulness.
- Mutiny: Refusal to obey orders against leaders.
- Profitable: Financially beneficial.
- Realization: Understanding or awareness.
- Solitary: Alone or apart from others.
- Voyage: Long sea journey.
Captured by Pirates
- Experienced an attack by pirates led by a Moroccan sea captain, leading to two years of enslavement.
- Escaped with fellow captive Xury by convincing him they could regain freedom.
Return to the Sea
- Joined a Portuguese ship after escaping and started a new life as a farmer in Brazil.
- Ultimately felt unfulfilled and decided to return to seafaring adventures.
Shipwreck and Isolation
- Encountered dangerous storms leading to shipwreck; found himself alone on the Island of Despair.
- Named the island due to various disasters, including an earthquake, hurricane, and personal illness.
Survival and Gratitude
- Despite challenges, developed an attitude of gratitude for survival and resources on the island.
- Constructed a shelter, farmed, made clothes from animal skins, and crafted a canoe.
Meeting Friday
- Helped a prisoner being chased by villagers and developed a bond after rescuing him.
- Named the rescued man "Friday" after they shook hands, establishing camaraderie.
Language and Cultural Exchange
- Taught Friday English while learning French and Creole in return.
- Formed a strong friendship, significantly alleviating loneliness after decades of isolation.
- Shared experiences and cultural knowledge, enriching both their lives.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the narrator's reflections after selling their profitable farms in Brazil and traveling to the East Indies. It highlights the changes in the Island of Despair and the adventures faced along the way. Test your understanding of the narrative and its themes.
