Moby-Dick

Moby-Dick

by

Herman Melville

Test your knowledge of Chapter 135. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does Ahab do before leaving for the final encounter with Moby Dick?
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He gives a speech to the entire crew
He writes a letter to his family
He shakes Starbuck's hand and acknowledges his service
He orders Starbuck to take command of the chase
What does Ahab see that confirms part of Fedallah’s prophecy?
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Fedallah’s body trapped against Moby Dick
Fedallah attacking Moby Dick
A second whale aiding Moby Dick
A new boat being built on the Pequod
What effect does the presence of Moby Dick have on Ahab?
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It makes him feel defeated and weak
It energizes him and seems to increase his power
It causes him to question his mission
It leads him to negotiate with the crew for a different approach
What does Ahab realize about the "second hearse" in Fedallah’s prophecy?
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It is another whale coming to aid Moby Dick
It is a vision he sees in the water
It is a rescue ship approaching them
It is the Pequod itself, made of American wood
What happens to Ahab when he makes his final attempt to harpoon Moby Dick?
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He successfully kills Moby Dick
The harpoon-line wraps around his neck and pulls him into the deep
He is rescued by his crew at the last moment
He misses Moby Dick and falls into the ocean