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How do the Pequod’s harpooners manage to catch the contested whale? Why does a harpooned whale not simply dive deeper …
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Which bone does Ishmael suggest would be a better indication of the whale’s character than the brain? What is the …
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What allows Queequeg time to find Tashtego after he falls overboard? Who is Ishmael referring to when he describes Tashtego’s …
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Why is Queequeg obliged to stand on the body of the dead whale? How does Queequeg’s position endanger Ishmael? Why …
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Discuss the relationship between science, religion, and political power in the World State. Is John really more free than the …
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What are Mustapha Mond’s arguments against freedom? Is there any validity to them? Do you think there is a “winner” …
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How are the castes distinguished from each other? What is their purpose? Do you think they reflect any aspect of …
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It seems undeniable that most World State members are happy, though people like John, Bernard, and Helmholtz might criticize the …
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Discuss the relation between the sexes in the World State. How do men and women interact? Who holds the power …
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Bernard is criticized by the Director for not acting “infantile” enough. Discuss how and why the World State infantilizes its …
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