(7/100) Moby Dick: Obsession

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Whale Hunting
139 words

Moby Dick is a big white whale. Captain Ahab is a man who wants to find Moby Dick. Ahab is very obsessed with this whale. He believes Moby Dick hurt him. Ahab and his crew go on a big ship called the Pequod. They sail on the ocean to find Moby Dick. The ocean is large and deep. Many people feel fear on the ocean. Captain Ahab feels anger and revenge. He wants to catch Moby Dick. Moby Dick is powerful and smart. The story of Moby Dick is important. It teaches us about obsession and nature. Obsession can be good or bad. Sometimes, it can lead to problems. Ahab’s obsession makes him forget his crew. They worry about him. In the end, Ahab must learn a lesson. Moby Dick is not just a whale; he symbolizes many things.

Comprehension Questions
Answer all questions based on the reading text
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Who is Captain Ahab?

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What is the name of Ahab's ship?

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What color is Moby Dick?

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What does Ahab feel for Moby Dick?

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Is Moby Dick a good or bad whale?

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What do Ahab's crew feel about him?

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What does the story teach us?

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What can obsession lead to?