Treasure Island Mutiny and Characters

The transcript details a tense voyage aboard the Hispaniola, where Jim Hawkins overhears a mutiny plot led by Long John Silver. As the ship approaches Skeleton Island, Jim informs Captain Smollett and the loyal crew of the impending danger. The captain devises a plan to counter the mutiny, allowing Silver to manage the crew temporarily. The story unfolds with strategic maneuvers and the looming threat of betrayal as they near the treasure island.

What was Captain Smollett's opinion about the apple barrel?

• He thought it was a good idea.

• He disapproved of it.

• He suggested it himself.

• He was indifferent to it.

What did Jim Hawkins discover while hiding in the apple barrel?

• A hidden treasure map.

• A plan for a surprise party.

• A conversation about a mutiny.

• A secret stash of food.

Who was John Silver trying to recruit for his mutiny?

• Captain Smollett

• Dr. Livesey

• Squire Trelawney

• Crew members

What did Silver mean by 'gentlemen of fortune'?

• Wealthy merchants

• Pirates

• Adventurers

• Noblemen

What was Silver's plan regarding the treasure?

• To destroy the map.

• To leave it on the island.

• To let the captain find it and then mutiny.

• To find it and share it with everyone.

How did Silver react to the map shown by Captain Smollett?

• He pretended it was the real map.

• He showed disappointment.

• He was visibly excited.

• He refused to look at it.

What was the significance of Skeleton Island?

• It was the final destination of the voyage.

• It was a popular tourist destination.

• It was a hideout for pirates.

• It was where the crew planned to rest.

What was the captain's plan to handle the potential mutiny?

• To sail back to Bristol immediately.

• To abandon the ship.

• To let the crew go ashore and hope Silver controls them.

• To confront Silver directly.

Why did Jim decide to go ashore secretly?

• To escape from the ship.

• To gather more information and help the loyal crew.

• To find the treasure himself.

• To explore the island for fun.

How did the crew react to the captain's announcement about going ashore?

• They were disappointed.

• They refused to go.

• They were indifferent.

• They were excited and cheered.