Robinson Crusoe Chapter 1-3 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What field was Robinson educated in before he left home?

A lawyer, but wants to go to sea.

What city and country is Robinson from?

York, England.

What opinion did Crusoe's father give him on how he should live his life?

He should be middle class because it was best suited for happiness.

Why does his father think he will not need to be upper and lower class?

If he is in lower class he'll suffer with hardships and if he's in upper class he'll have more pride. Signup and view all the answers

During Crusoe's first trip out to sea, what does he experience that makes him regret leaving home?

He experienced a storm and made a promise to God if spared, he would go back to his father and never go on a ship. Signup and view all the answers

Why does a captain of a ship tell Crusoe he should not return to sail the seas?

The captain tells him until he obeys his father's wishes he will have disasters and appointments. Signup and view all the answers

Who kidnaps Robinson and other crew members off of a ship?

Turkish pirates kidnap them. Signup and view all the answers

How long is Robinson a slave before he escapes?

He was a slave for 2 years. Signup and view all the answers

Describe how Robinson escapes.

Robinson escapes when he's on a boat, he convinces the Moor to pack their boat with the necessities and then Robinson kicks the Moor off the boat. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the relationship Crusoe has with Xury.

They are servant and master. Signup and view all the answers

What is the agreement that Xury has with the slave captain who saved him?

10 years of service and becoming a Christian. Signup and view all the answers

What does Robinson do in Brazil?

He worked on a sugar plantation and used the money earned to buy a plantation. Signup and view all the answers

Why does he sail away from Brazil?

He sailed away from Brazil on a mission for his friends to go to Guinea Coast and bring back a ship load of slaves. Signup and view all the answers

Which crop helped Crusoe become wealthy on the island?

Tobacco. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Robinson Crusoe Overview

Robinson Crusoe is educated as a lawyer but aspires to be a sailor, illustrating a conflict between societal expectations and personal desires.
He hails from York, England, a key aspect of his identity and background.

Parental Influence

Crusoe's father advises him to pursue a middle-class life for greater happiness and stability, reflecting contemporary values regarding class.
His father believes being in lower class leads to hardship, while upper class invites pride and potential downfall.

Initial Seafaring Experience

During his first sea voyage, Crusoe endures a violent storm, leading him to regret his choices and vow to return home if spared.
A ship's captain warns Crusoe that ignoring his father's advice will result in continuous misfortunes.

Captivity and Escape

Crusoe and his fellow crew members are kidnapped by Turkish pirates, marking a significant turning point in the narrative.
He endures two years of slavery before devising a plan for escape, relying on cunning and timing to outsmart the captor.

Relationship Dynamics

Crusoe's relationship with Xury is characterized by a servant-master dynamic, showcasing the hierarchical structure of their society.
Xury enters into an agreement for 10 years of service, with the condition of converting to Christianity under the slave captain's influence.

Life in Brazil

In Brazil, Crusoe works on a sugar plantation, accumulating wealth that allows him to invest in his own plantation, indicating an entrepreneurial spirit.
He leaves Brazil to aid friends in acquiring slaves from the Guinea Coast, demonstrating his ongoing ambition and willingness to take risks.

Wealth and Resources

Tobacco farming becomes a key source of wealth for Crusoe on the island, symbolizing both survival and economic success in isolation.

Description

Test your knowledge on the early chapters of 'Robinson Crusoe'. This flashcard quiz covers key concepts, such as Robinson's education, origins, and family opinions. Perfect for anyone studying Defoe's classic novel.