Treasure Island Chapters 20-29 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are Silver's terms for a ceasefire?

Demands treasure map for cease fire.

Who has killed one of Silver's men during the night?

Ben Gunn

What are Captain Smollett's terms?

Come 1 by 1 or I'll take you to trial.

What is the reason that Captain Smollett gives for Silver needing them?

Sail the ship. Signup and view all the answers

What is Jim's job during the attack?

Stand by to load. Signup and view all the answers

Who gets shot in the head?

Joyce Signup and view all the answers

How many good guys are left at the end of the chapter?

9 Signup and view all the answers

How many bad pirates are left at the end of the chapter?

4 Signup and view all the answers

Who is the doctor going to see?

Ben Gunn Signup and view all the answers

What is Jim going to do when he leaves the stockade?

Look for Ben Gunn's boat. Signup and view all the answers

What are the men doing on the ship?

Talking, drinking, laughing. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the coracle that Jim is in headed?

Round and round in open sea. Signup and view all the answers

Jim is dreaming about what?

Home and Admiral Benbow's. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Jim go ashore in the coracle?

Shore is too rough. Signup and view all the answers

What animal does he see that he has never seen before?

Sea lion. Signup and view all the answers

How does he get help?

Paddle to Hispaniola. Signup and view all the answers

On the ship, who has shot each other?

Red cap and Hands. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jim give Hands?

Brandy. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the red cap man?

O'Brien. Signup and view all the answers

Who is going to tell Jim how to sail the ship?

Hands. Signup and view all the answers

What does Israel Hands want Jim to get him?

Wine. Signup and view all the answers

Compare Jim's philosophy of life with that of Israel Hands.

Jim - spirit never dies; Hands - dead man is dead. Signup and view all the answers

What fight ensues?

Hands and Jim. Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the fight between Jim and Hands?

Jim is stabbed, Hands gets shot and goes in water. Signup and view all the answers

As Jim struggles to pull out the knife that has pinned him to the mast, what does he fear more than the pain of the knife wound? Why?

Falling into the water by the body. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Jim go when he leaves the ship?

Stockade. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to him there?

Held by pirates. Signup and view all the answers

What does Silver want Jim to do?

To join him. Signup and view all the answers

What do the other bad pirates want to do?

Kill Jim. Signup and view all the answers

What is the deal between Silver and Jim?

Play hostage so they think Silver is still in charge. Signup and view all the answers

What finally makes Silver realize the treasure hunt is hopelessly botched?

Jim's face when he tells him that Dr. Livesay gave him the map. Signup and view all the answers

What do the pirates give Long John Silver?

Black Spot. Signup and view all the answers

Where do the pirates get the Black Spot from?

Bible. Signup and view all the answers

What does Silver say is going to happen to them for doing this?

Bad luck. Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Silver give the pirates for keeping Jim around?

Hostage. Signup and view all the answers

What game is Jim realizing that Long John Silver is playing?

Keep mutineers together while trying to save his own life. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ceasefire and Treasure Map

Silver demands the treasure map in exchange for a ceasefire, seeking negotiations with Captain Smollett at the stockade.
Captain Smollett insists that Silver must come to him one by one or face trial, emphasizing a strategy of cautious engagement.

Key Characters

Ben Gunn is notable for having killed one of Silver's men during the night, highlighting his active role in the conflict.
Joyce is tragically shot in the head, demonstrating the escalating violence among the characters.

Pirate Counts

At the end of the chapters, nine loyal men remain, while only four pirates are left, showcasing a significant decrease in their numbers.

Jim Hawkins' Actions

Jim plans to seek out Ben Gunn's boat after leaving the stockade, indicating his initiative and desire for assistance.
He experiences a dream about home and Admiral Benbow's, revealing his longing for comfort and familiarity amidst the chaos.

Encounters and Challenges

Jim struggles to go ashore due to the rough conditions, which underscores his dependency on the coracle for survival.
While at sea, he sees a sea lion, an animal he has never encountered before, signifying a moment of wonder amidst adversity.

Conflicts Aboard the Ship

Israel Hands and a character referred to as "red cap" shoot each other, escalating tensions among the pirates.
Jim provides Hands with brandy, which illustrates his strategic interaction with the pirates during a tumultuous period.

Philosophical Views

Jim believes that "the spirit never dies," contrasting with Hands’ cynical view that "a dead man is dead," highlighting their differing outlooks on life and mortality.

Struggles and Betrayals

A fight occurs between Jim and Hands resulting in Jim being stabbed while Hands suffers a gunshot wound and falls into the water, leading both to dire consequences.
Jim's fear of falling into the water alongside Hands’ body symbolizes his internal struggle between survival and the chaos surrounding him.

Assurances and Manipulations

Silver expresses a desire for Jim to join him, indicating his strategic need for support amid collapsing pirate ranks.
The bad pirates conspire to kill Jim, revealing their treacherous intentions and the precarious situation Jim finds himself in.

Political Maneuvering

Silver and Jim create a façade where Jim acts as a hostage to maintain the illusion of Silver's control over the mutineers, showcasing Silver’s cunning nature.

The Black Spot

The pirates present Silver with a "Black Spot," a traditional pirate summons indicating danger or judgment, showcasing their discontent with his leadership.
Silver warns the crew of bad luck for their action, suggesting superstitions play a role in their decision-making.

Jim's Realizations

Jim faces his fear and writes about Long John Silver's manipulative game, recognizing Silver's attempt to keep the mutineers united while prioritizing his own survival amidst the frenzy.

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Test your knowledge of 'Treasure Island' with these flashcards covering chapters 20 to 29. Review key terms and definitions related to the plot, characters, and important events in this classic adventure novel. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the material.