Treasure Island Questions on Chapter 16
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Why did Dr. Livesey decide to abandon the Hispaniola in Treasure Island?
Dr. Livesey decided to abandon the Hispaniola to secure a more defensible position and an essential water supply. The log house within the stockade on Treasure Island provided a fortified structure...
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How does the narration change in chapters 16-19 of Treasure Island?
In chapters 16-18 of Treasure Island, Dr. Livesey takes over the narration from Jim Hawkins. This shift allows Robert Louis Stevenson to provide information on events Jim cannot witness, enhancing...
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In Treasure Island, why didn't the Captain and his followers seize the ship while the crew was ashore?
The Captain and his followers did not seize the ship while the crew was ashore because there was no wind, making it impossible for the sailing ship, the Hispaniola, to move. If they had taken control...
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Why does the Doctor return to the ship five times in chapters 16-19 of Treasure Island?
The Doctor returns to the ship five times to gather essential supplies and provisions needed to sustain the crew in the stockade and to strengthen their position against the mutineers. They required...
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In Treasure Island Part IV, Chapter XVI, why does Doctor Livesey threaten Mr. Hands?
Doctor Livesey threatens Mr. Hands in Chapter XVI to ensure the safe departure of the loyal crew from the Hispaniola. He warns that he and another crew member are armed with pistols and will shoot if...
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In Treasure Island, what are Doctor Livesey's concerns about the ship in stagnant waters?
Doctor Livesey is concerned about the risk of fever and dysentery due to stagnant water and hot weather, as well as the insufficient supply of clean drinking water aboard the Hispaniola. These...
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How did Ben Gunn ensure Jim's safety to the stockade in chapters 16-19 of Treasure Island?
Ben Gunn ensures Jim Hawkins' safety to the stockade by observing the Union Jack flying from it. In Chapter 19, Gunn explains that this flag indicates the stockade is safe, as Long John Silver would...