Questions and Answers
How many sons were in the Crusoe family? Which son was Robinson?
There were three sons. Robinson was the youngest.
What career did Mr. Crusoe wish Robinson to pursue?
He wanted Robinson to be in law.
How did Robinson's parents respond when he told them that he wanted to go to sea? What kind of life did they wish for him instead?
His father counseled him against going to sea. They wanted him to be a judge.
What promise did Robinson give his mother in order to receive a blessing from his father to go out on his first voyage?
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Robinson eventually received his parent's permission to go to sea.
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Who suggests that Crusoe leave home and go on board the ship?
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What happened to the ship Robinson boarded on September 1, 1651?
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What advice is given to Crusoe at the end of the chapter?
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Why should the men have stayed on board the ship during the storm?
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How is Crusoe able to reach the ship easier than he would have expected when he first came on shore?
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How does Crusoe solve the problem of getting things he wants back on the island?
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What is clever about the way Crusoe lands everything safely back on the island?
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From the order in which he takes things to the island, what can you tell Crusoe thinks is most important?
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Why does Crusoe climb to the top of a steep hill?
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What is Crusoe's attitude when he finds the money on the ship?
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What eventually happens to the ship?
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What details does Defoe use to show how frightening the earthquake was?
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Why does Crusoe consider moving his home from its current location?
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Describe Crusoe's illness. How does he react to it?
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Who do you think is the figure in Crusoe's dream? What is the figure trying to tell Crusoe?
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What effect do the dream-figure's words seem to have on Crusoe?
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Why does the Bible verse Crusoe first reads seem to have a particularly important message for him?
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What might be the 'past wickedness' to which Crusoe refers before he prays sincerely?
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How does this experience mark a major turning point in Crusoe's attitudes and goals?
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Study Notes
Family Background
- The Crusoe family had three sons, with Robinson being the youngest.
- Mr. Crusoe aspired for Robinson to pursue a career in law.
Robinson's Aspirations
- Robinson's parents opposed his desire to go to sea, preferring he become a judge.
- He promised his mother that if he disliked life at sea, he would work harder to comply with their wishes.
Voyage and Its Consequences
- Robinson did not obtain his parents' permission to set sail.
- A companion encouraged Crusoe to leave home and board a ship.
- The ship Robinson boarded on September 1, 1651 encountered a storm, leading to perilous consequences.
Challenges and Survival
- It was advised that the crew should remain on the ship during the storm to increase chances of survival.
- Crusoe found it easier to reach the ship as it drifted toward him due to the ebbing tide.
- He constructed a stronger raft to transport items from the ship back to the island safely.
Resourcefulness and Priorities
- Crusoe skillfully utilized currents to land items safely on the island.
- His priority in salvaging from the ship was silver, essential for making fire.
Shelter and Discovery
- Crusoe climbed a steep hill to discover a cave where he could build shelter.
- Upon finding money on the ship, he felt excited about the prospect of bringing it home.
The Ship's Demise
- Ultimately, the ship fell into the sea, marking a significant loss.
- Defoe emphasizes the earthquake's terror, as Crusoe expresses surprise at the unsettling event.
Relocation Considerations
- Crusoe contemplated moving his home due to the encroaching winds and waves.
Health and Reflection
- He suffered from a severe cold, reacting with shivers, showcasing vulnerability.
- A dream figure, interpreted as the devil, indicated Crusoe's lack of repentance.
Spiritual Awakening
- The dream's words prompted Crusoe to reflect on his father's teachings.
- A specific Bible verse he read resonated deeply, stressing the importance of seeking repentance.
- Crusoe recognized his "past wickedness" related to actions since leaving home.
Transformation in Attitude
- This experience marked a pivotal change in Crusoe's outlook as he sought God's help and expressed a desire for repentance.
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