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The protagonist had survived many __________ during his time in the East Indies.
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.
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.
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.
His time alone on the island made him reflect on themes of __________ and community.
Through his experiences, he learned the value of __________ while navigating different cultures.
Through his experiences, he learned the value of __________ while navigating different cultures.
I yearned to be ______ during my time as an enslaved person.
I yearned to be ______ during my time as an enslaved person.
Xury and I escaped with a small ______ boat.
Xury and I escaped with a small ______ boat.
I became a ______ in Brazil and grew many crops.
I became a ______ in Brazil and grew many crops.
The Island of Despair was named because many bad things ______ while I was there.
The Island of Despair was named because many bad things ______ while I was there.
After the storm caused us to shipwreck, I found myself ______ on an island.
After the storm caused us to shipwreck, I found myself ______ on an island.
I called my pet parrot ______.
I called my pet parrot ______.
Despite the challenges, I chose to be ______ for the island.
Despite the challenges, I chose to be ______ for the island.
I made some clothing from ______ skins while on the island.
I made some clothing from ______ skins while on the island.
The prisoner felt so much ______ that I had saved him.
The prisoner felt so much ______ that I had saved him.
I decided to share my ______ with the man.
I decided to share my ______ with the man.
Friday and I agreed his ______ should be 'Friday.'
Friday and I agreed his ______ should be 'Friday.'
I was glad to have a ______.
I was glad to have a ______.
Friday helped me with my daily ______.
Friday helped me with my daily ______.
I taught Friday about my life and he taught me about his ______.
I taught Friday about my life and he taught me about his ______.
Despite being lonely for many years, John found a sense of ______ in his friendship with Friday.
Despite being lonely for many years, John found a sense of ______ in his friendship with Friday.
The conflict arose when two men from the village ______ the prisoner.
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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