chp. 32- the whale Flashcards
1
Q
what is the island that rises out of the ocean off the starboard side?
A
a whale
2
Q
the author describes the whale as “a continent with one enormous eye”. this is an example of the us of what type of literary device?
A
Hyperbole
3
Q
next to the whale, how big does the harpoon seem to appear?
A
like a darning needle
4
Q
after Manjiro throws the harpoon, what does he know is over?
A
his days of whaling
5
Q
what does Manjiro feel would be better for Japan in dealing with the Western world?
A
to welcome to the Western world instead of isolating itself
6
Q
what does Manjiro feel is his role in returning to Japan?
A
to change the prejudice of the Japanese to the outside world
7
Q
what does Manjiro need in order to return home to Japan?
A
money
