Treasure Island Chapter 5 Review

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What happens to the seaman Tom after his exchange with Long John Silver?

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Silver hurts Tom because he won't join his mutiny.

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What does the word 'OUTLANDISH' mean in this chapter?

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It means odd, unusual, bizarre, or weird.

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What does the word 'SHIPWRECK' mean in this chapter?

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It means to cause or experience the destruction of a ship.

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Who is Ben Gunn?

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He is an English buccaneer (pirate) who was marooned on the island.

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What does the word 'SCOUT' mean in this chapter?

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It means to explore an area to find information about it.

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What is a mutiny?

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A mutiny is a rebellion against the authority of a ship's captain or leader.

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Who is Long John Silver?

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He is a cunning pirate and a key character in 'Treasure Island'.

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What does the term 'buccaneer' refer to?

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A buccaneer is a pirate, especially one who raided Spanish settlements in the Caribbean.

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What is the significance of marooning in pirate lore?

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Marooning is the act of abandoning someone on a deserted island, often as punishment.

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What does the word 'treasure' mean in the context of 'Treasure Island'?

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Treasure refers to valuable items, often gold or jewels, sought by pirates.