Treasure Island Questions on Chapter 18

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Captain Smollett raises the British colors to assert defiance and morale despite the mutineers' attacks. After securing the log-house, he places the flag on the roof, symbolizing resistance and...

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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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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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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...

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In Treasure Island, the Captain asks Dr. Livesey about the expected arrival time of the consort to gather information on when to expect backup or additional supplies, reflecting his strategic concern...

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