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What was the initial strategy of the narrator and his group regarding the approaching enemy?
What was the initial strategy of the narrator and his group regarding the approaching enemy?
- They hoped to negotiate a peaceful settlement.
- They intended to flee the island.
- They wanted to lure the enemy closer. (correct)
- They planned to launch a surprise attack.
What prevented the enemy from venturing further inland?
What prevented the enemy from venturing further inland?
- They were ordered to stay near the shoreline.
- They were low on supplies.
- They were unfamiliar with the terrain.
- They feared a hidden ambush. (correct)
What was the captain's suggestion for a more direct approach?
What was the captain's suggestion for a more direct approach?
- To fire a volley to draw the enemy out. (correct)
- To attempt a nighttime raid.
- To send a messenger to negotiate with the enemy.
- To build a defensive barricade.
What was the narrator's concern about the captain's proposal?
What was the narrator's concern about the captain's proposal?
What conclusion did the narrator initially draw about the enemy's actions?
What conclusion did the narrator initially draw about the enemy's actions?
Why did the enemy finally decide to return to their ship?
Why did the enemy finally decide to return to their ship?
What can be inferred about the narrator's and his group's mindset regarding the enemy?
What can be inferred about the narrator's and his group's mindset regarding the enemy?
What does the passage suggest about the enemy's initial approach to the island?
What does the passage suggest about the enemy's initial approach to the island?
What was the fate that Robinson Crusoe suggested for the mutineers?
What was the fate that Robinson Crusoe suggested for the mutineers?
Why was Robinson Crusoe concerned about the captain's refusal to leave the mutineers on the island?
Why was Robinson Crusoe concerned about the captain's refusal to leave the mutineers on the island?
What was the captain's initial stance regarding leaving the mutineers on the island?
What was the captain's initial stance regarding leaving the mutineers on the island?
What was Robinson Crusoe's ultimate response to the captain's hesitation?
What was Robinson Crusoe's ultimate response to the captain's hesitation?
What did Robinson Crusoe ultimately decide to do with the mutineers after the captain's hesitation?
What did Robinson Crusoe ultimately decide to do with the mutineers after the captain's hesitation?
What was Robinson Crusoe's intention in ordering the execution of the new captain?
What was Robinson Crusoe's intention in ordering the execution of the new captain?
What is the most likely meaning of the phrase "quit the island" as used in the text?
What is the most likely meaning of the phrase "quit the island" as used in the text?
In the context of the passage, what does the phrase "running away with the ship" imply?
In the context of the passage, what does the phrase "running away with the ship" imply?
What was the condition of the men that Robinson Crusoe was holding?
What was the condition of the men that Robinson Crusoe was holding?
What was the main objective of the captain's parley with the prisoners?
What was the main objective of the captain's parley with the prisoners?
What was the motivation behind the governor's offer of pardon to the prisoners?
What was the motivation behind the governor's offer of pardon to the prisoners?
What strategy did Robinson Crusoe implement to ensure the prisoners' loyalty and prevent them from betraying him?
What strategy did Robinson Crusoe implement to ensure the prisoners' loyalty and prevent them from betraying him?
Why did the prisoners readily accept the captain's proposal?
Why did the prisoners readily accept the captain's proposal?
What was the significance of the governor's serious response and the hostages?
What was the significance of the governor's serious response and the hostages?
What was the crucial role of the prisoners in this plan?
What was the crucial role of the prisoners in this plan?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the captain and Robinson Crusoe?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the captain and Robinson Crusoe?
What was the main emotional response of the narrator upon receiving the letter from their partner?
What was the main emotional response of the narrator upon receiving the letter from their partner?
What health issue did the narrator experience after reading the letters?
What health issue did the narrator experience after reading the letters?
How many leopards' skins did the narrator receive as a gift?
How many leopards' skins did the narrator receive as a gift?
What did the old man fetch for the narrator to help alleviate their condition?
What did the old man fetch for the narrator to help alleviate their condition?
What type of goods were shipped to the narrator in addition to the leopards' skins?
What type of goods were shipped to the narrator in addition to the leopards' skins?
What role did the partner play regarding the estate, based on the letter?
What role did the partner play regarding the estate, based on the letter?
What was the narrator’s financial situation at the time of receiving the letter?
What was the narrator’s financial situation at the time of receiving the letter?
What spiritual gesture did the partner make in the letter?
What spiritual gesture did the partner make in the letter?
What action did the speaker take to ensure his rights were secured?
What action did the speaker take to ensure his rights were secured?
What was the total balance from the six years of produce from the plantation?
What was the total balance from the six years of produce from the plantation?
How long did the trustees manage the plantation before the government's claim?
How long did the trustees manage the plantation before the government's claim?
What was the total amount acknowledged by the Prior of the Augustines for the speaker's account?
What was the total amount acknowledged by the Prior of the Augustines for the speaker's account?
What term refers to the situation where someone's property is managed for them due to their absence?
What term refers to the situation where someone's property is managed for them due to their absence?
Which entity followed the speaker's claim for the plantation profits after fourteen years?
Which entity followed the speaker's claim for the plantation profits after fourteen years?
What was the purpose of the affidavit the speaker provided?
What was the purpose of the affidavit the speaker provided?
What was stated in the letter from the merchant regarding the plantation?
What was stated in the letter from the merchant regarding the plantation?
What was the primary concern regarding the prisoners?
What was the primary concern regarding the prisoners?
How did the captain view the two prisoners discussed?
How did the captain view the two prisoners discussed?
What was Robinson Crusoe’s proposal to the captain regarding the prisoners?
What was Robinson Crusoe’s proposal to the captain regarding the prisoners?
What justification did Crusoe give for seizing the ship?
What justification did Crusoe give for seizing the ship?
What was the reaction of one prisoner when addressed by Crusoe?
What was the reaction of one prisoner when addressed by Crusoe?
What was Crusoe’s authority based on concerning the prisoners?
What was Crusoe’s authority based on concerning the prisoners?
What did Crusoe refer to when talking about Providence ensnaring the prisoners?
What did Crusoe refer to when talking about Providence ensnaring the prisoners?
What did the captain hope for regarding the prisoners' fate?
What did the captain hope for regarding the prisoners' fate?
Flashcards
Isolation from danger
Isolation from danger
The group decided to avoid venturing far from shore due to fear.
Strategic proposal
Strategic proposal
The captain suggested firing to lure enemies to submit without bloodshed.
Irresolute in action
Irresolute in action
The group was uncertain about what course to take for a long time.
Dreadful apprehensions
Dreadful apprehensions
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Consultation group dynamics
Consultation group dynamics
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Nighttime strategy
Nighttime strategy
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Reluctant retreat
Reluctant retreat
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Comradeship in decision-making
Comradeship in decision-making
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Bower
Bower
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Parley
Parley
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Quarter
Quarter
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Imprecations
Imprecations
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Faithful
Faithful
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Hostages
Hostages
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Severe
Severe
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Execution
Execution
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Incorrigible prisoners
Incorrigible prisoners
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Rogues
Rogues
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Deliberation on prisoners
Deliberation on prisoners
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Execution threat
Execution threat
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Authority to punish
Authority to punish
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Request for mercy
Request for mercy
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Seizing a ship
Seizing a ship
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Villainous behavior
Villainous behavior
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Public register
Public register
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Procuration
Procuration
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Civil death
Civil death
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Account-current
Account-current
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Moidores
Moidores
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Profits from plantation
Profits from plantation
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Affidavit
Affidavit
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Trustees
Trustees
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Congratulatory letter
Congratulatory letter
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Estate details
Estate details
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Blessings noted
Blessings noted
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Wealth shipment
Wealth shipment
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Physical reaction to joy
Physical reaction to joy
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Old man's assistance
Old man's assistance
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Physician's intervention
Physician's intervention
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Bloodletting relief
Bloodletting relief
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Mercy
Mercy
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Mutiny
Mutiny
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Prisoners in irons
Prisoners in irons
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Gallows
Gallows
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Choosing fate
Choosing fate
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Ammunition provided
Ammunition provided
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Captain's decision
Captain's decision
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Freedom offered
Freedom offered
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Study Notes
Book Cover Information
- Title: ROBINSON CRUSOE
- Author: DANIEL DEFOE
- Publisher: THE WASHINGTON SQUARE CLASSICS
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