Heart of Darkness: Key Concepts

The video covers Joseph Conrad's 'Heart of Darkness', focusing on Marlow's journey into Africa. Marlow, a ship captain, narrates his experiences, reflecting on exploration, colonialism, and human nature. He encounters Kurtz, a man who has succumbed to madness and power. The story explores themes of darkness, both literal and metaphorical, and the impact of European colonialism in Africa. Marlow's journey reveals the complexities of human nature and the thin veneer of civilization.

Who is the author of 'Heart of Darkness'?

• Ernest Hemingway

• Joseph Conrad

• Charles Dickens

• Mark Twain

What role does Marlow have on the ship?

• Cook

• Navigator

• Engineer

• Doctor

Which famous boats does Marlow mention?

• Golden Hind, Erebus, Terror

• Mayflower, Titanic, Lusitania

• Endeavour, Beagle, Bounty

• Santa Maria, Pinta, Nina

What fascinates Marlow about maps?

• The colors

• The blank spaces

• The names of places

• The borders

How does Marlow secure a captain's position?

• Through family connections

• By purchasing it

• After a captain dies

• By winning a contest

What does Marlow notice about the flow of goods in Africa?

• A lack of trade

• A stream of manufactured goods in and a trickle of ivory out

• A surplus of ivory

• A balance of trade

Who is Mr. Kurtz?

• A local chief

• A company accountant

• A ship captain

• A trading post manager

What is the manager's reaction to the sunken ship?

• He is worried

• He is indifferent

• He is angry

• He is relieved

What does Marlow need to repair the ship?

• Paint

• Rivets

• Wood

• Nails

Who visits the station manager?

• His friend

• His cousin

• His uncle

• His brother