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Chapter 75: The Right Whale’s Head—Contrasted View Quiz
Test your knowledge of Chapter 76. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What narrative purpose does Ishmael's description of the sperm whale's forehead serve in the novel?
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It foreshadows the eventual fate of the Pequod, hinting at the destructive capabilities of Moby Dick
It serves as a scientific explanation of whale anatomy with no narrative significance
It suggests that whalers are generally afraid of attacking sperm whales due to their powerful foreheads
It implies that the Pequod will ultimately triumph over Moby Dick due to the crew's understanding of whale anatomy
