Moby-Dick by Herman Melville
- 1. Moby-Dick, written by Herman Melville and first published in 1851, is a seminal work of American literature that delves into the complexities of obsession, revenge, and the struggle between man and nature. The novel follows the narrative of Ishmael, a sailor turned narrator, who joins the whaling ship Pequod led by the enigmatic and vengeful Captain Ahab. Ahab’s singular obsession centers around the elusive white whale, Moby Dick, who had previously bitten off Ahab's leg, symbolizing an insurmountable force of nature and fate. The book intricately weaves philosophical discourse on topics such as existence and the human condition, alongside detailed accounts of the whaling industry and the varied crew aboard the Pequod. With its vivid imagery, rich symbolism, and deep thematic explorations, Moby-Dick raises profound questions about humanity's relationship with the universe, exemplifying Melville’s mastery of narrative and character development, while establishing itself as a cornerstone of literary exploration in the 19th century and beyond.
Who is the narrator of Moby-Dick?
A) Ishmael
B) Starbuck
C) Queequeg
D) Captain Ahab
- 2. What is the name of the whale in the novel?
A) Narwhal
B) Bowhead
C) Moby Dick
D) Stellwagen
- 3. What is Captain Ahab's primary goal?
A) To find treasure
B) To rescue his crew
C) To reach land
D) To kill Moby Dick
- 4. What type of whale is Moby Dick?
A) Sperm whale
B) Humpback whale
C) Blue whale
D) Right whale
- 5. What is the ship's name?
A) Pequod
B) Rosinante
C) Nautilus
D) Arcadia
- 6. What role does Queequeg play on the Pequod?
A) First mate
B) Harpooner
C) Cook
D) Captain
- 7. What is Starbuck's position on the ship?
A) Harpooner
B) Second mate
C) Cabin boy
D) First mate
- 8. Who is the voice of reason on the Pequod?
A) Starbuck
B) Ahab
C) Ishmael
D) Queequeg
- 9. In which year was Moby-Dick published?
A) 1860
B) 1851
C) 1847
D) 1875
- 10. What does Ahab's leg represent?
A) Honor
B) Love
C) Fear
D) Revenge
- 11. Who is the owner of the Pequod?
A) Starbuck
B) Queequeg
C) Captain Peleg
D) Captain Ahab
- 12. Which literary technique is predominantly used by Melville?
A) Surrealism
B) Realism
C) Symbolism
D) Minimalism
- 13. What motivates Ahab to hunt Moby Dick?
A) Fear of the whale
B) Revenge for the loss of his leg
C) Respect for nature
D) Desire for wealth
- 14. Which character is a Polynesian harpooner?
A) Queequeg
B) Fedallah
C) Pip
D) Starbuck
- 15. What sea creature does the crew of the Pequod primarily hunt?
A) Whales
B) Sharks
C) Dolphins
D) Seals
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