Chapters 7-9 Flashcards
the elderly gamekeeper at the Hall, temporarily in charge of Jim
Tom Redruth
pondered
brooded
“Imagine the abominable age we live in!”
Squire Trelawney
What in the squire’s letter did Jim think the doctor would not like?
The squire told people in Bristol about the treasure.
Why did Jim cry before leaving home?
His mother hired an apprentice boy to take Jim’s place.
the tall, strong, one-legged sailor hired as a cook for the crew
Long John Silver
an old sailor who was drinking with Black Dog in the tavern
Tom Morgan
agility of hand or mind
dexterity
merriment, amusement, laughter
mirth
“You’re as smart as paint.”
Long John Silver (to Jim)
What was Jim’s overall impression of Long John Silver after meeting him?
Jim felt comfortable with Silver.
sharp-looking captain of the Hispaniola; disliked by the squire
Captain Smollet
the ship’s mate; brown old sailor; friends with the squire
Arrow
failure to show respect, discourtesy
slight
“Well, sir, better speak plain … I don’t like this cruise; I don’t like the men; and I don’t like my officer. That’s short and sweet.”
Captain Smollett
