Heart of Darkness Flashcard Book 1

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What were the two women at the door of the doctor’s office doing?

Back

Knitting black wool.

Front

What did Fresleven get into a fight with a native chief over?

Back

Two hens.

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How would those back home describe Fresleven?

Back

Gentle and kind.

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How did Marlow get his post as a steamboat skipper?

Back

When his predecessor was killed.

Front

What happened to Marlow’s steamboat?

Back

It sank.

Front

What is the significance of the two women knitting black wool in the context of the story?

Back

They symbolize mourning and the darkness of colonialism.

Front

What does Fresleven's fight over hens reveal about colonial attitudes?

Back

It highlights the triviality of European conflicts in the face of indigenous lives.

Front

How does Marlow's perception of Fresleven differ from the reality of his actions?

Back

Marlow sees Fresleven as gentle, contrasting with his violent end.

Front

What role does the steamboat play in Marlow's journey?

Back

It represents the connection to civilization and the journey into the heart of darkness.

Front

What themes are explored through Marlow's experiences in the Congo?

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Colonialism, civilization vs. savagery, and the darkness within humanity.