Moby-Dick

Moby-Dick

by

Herman Melville

Test your knowledge of Chapter 132. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does Ahab reflect on during his conversation with Starbuck while on watch?
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Ahab expresses regret for his obsession with Moby Dick and considers abandoning the hunt
He reminisces about his long career in whaling and the little time spent with his family, questioning the forces driving him
Ahab boasts about his experiences and victories in whaling
He plans a new strategy for capturing Moby Dick, ignoring Starbuck's concerns
How does Starbuck respond to Ahab's harangue?
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He agrees with Ahab and encourages him to continue the hunt
Starbuck tries to persuade Ahab to return home, but ultimately leaves him alone with his thoughts
Starbuck becomes angry and confronts Ahab about his recklessness
He remains silent, feeling sympathetic towards Ahab's plight