Chapter 8: My Life Hangs in the Balance
Why do the pirates decide not to go forward with their mutiny?
The pirates decide not to mutiny when Silver produces the treasure map. They decide they still have an opportunity to retrieve the treasure if they continue on with Silver as their leader, so they decide not to mutiny
a unit of length about 3 miles long
What is League
Buccaneer
A pirate
Who is the narrator?
What is Jim
Jim seems much more mature in the scene on page 62 than in earlier chapters. How does he show maturity and leadership on the Hispaniola?
What is Jim acts fairly but authoritatively with Israel Hands. He gives him a drink and addresses him politely, as a gentleman or captain would. However, Jim also speaks confidently, telling Hands he will now take over the ship and be his captain. Jim takes charge of the situation, which makes him seem more mature
The following sentences include slang. Rewrite the sentences in standard English. “Cap’n,” he said, after a while. “I’d take it kindly if you’d get me something to eat"
Captain, it would be nice if you got me something to eat"
a sudden, powerful wind with rain, snow, or sleet
What is Squall
Bulk
A large amount
Who was marooned on the island for 3 years
Who is Ben Gunn
How does Jim know that Hands will turn against him?
Hands has a look of treachery on his face. Jim sees Hands grab a dagger and hide it in his shirt.
Put the following significant events in the order that they happen in the story, with 1 happening first and 4 happening last.
Long John Silver shows the men that he has Flint’s treasure map.
Long John Silver and his men set out in search of the treasure.
The crew gives Long John Silver the black spot, indicating they are going to mutiny.
Long John Silver and Jim Hawkins make a deal to look out for one another.
1.Long John Silver and Jim Hawkins make a deal to look out for one another.
2. The crew gives Long John Silver the black spot, indicating they are going to mutiny
3. Long John Silver shows the men that he has Flint’s treasure map.
4. Long John Silver and his men set out in search of the treasure
a short, thick sword with a curved blade
What is Cutlass
Stun
To knock unconscious or into a dazed state; to astonish
I came to see Captain Billy Bones at the Inn and we fought
Who was Black Dog
How does Long John Silver try to convince Jim to join the pirates?
What is Silver flatters Jim by telling him he’s always liked him, praising his spirited nature, and telling him he should get a share of the treasure. Silver argues that Jim has no choice but to join the pirates because the captain and the doctor have turned against him.
How is the explanation that Silver gives the pirates for why he is protecting Jim different from the one he gives Jim himself?
Silver tells Jim he is on his side, yet he tells the pirates he is on their side. Silver tells Jim that he is on the squire’s side and is protecting him because they are on the same side. Silver tells the pirates that he is on their side and protecting Jim as a way to bargain with the other side later and to keep the pirates under control.
Odd, unusual, bizarre
Outlandish
Ransack
To search thoroughly, causing damage
I came to the Inn with my Treasure Chest and asked Jim to look out for a man with one leg
Who was Captain Billy Bones
In the following excerpt, why does Jim give Silver a choice rather than simply beg for his life?
“Kill me and do yourself no good, or spare me and keep a witness to save yourself from the fate of a judge and jury."
Jim offers arguments that show his cleverness and bravery. Jim hopes if he can convince Silver that he is not only brave and smart, but also more valuable as an ally and witness, Silver will not have the pirates kill him. Even though Jim is probably scared, he doesn’t show it.
The text says the men "leaped on the map like ravenous beasts." What does the simile suggest about the men's feelings in this moment?
It shows that the men are very eager and are behaving like wild animals when they see the map. They want it very badly
a sailing ship with two or more masts
Schooner
Mutiny
A rebellion or uprising against those in charge of a ship
I am the Captain of the Hispaniola who doesn't trust Long John Silver
Who is Captain Smolett
Why is the chapter titled "Shiver Me Timbers"?
LJS uses the phrase on page 69 to emphasize his surprise at seeing Jim.