Theory question 208
Other Set Texts: Non-African ProseLiterature 3. Robert Louis Stevenson: Treasure Island
Examine the character and role of any two of the following in Treasure Island:
(a) Billy Bones (b) Jim Hawkins (c) Ben Gunn
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Model answer
(a) Billy Bones: old sea-dog, Flint's mate; rough, drunken, frightened; his chest holds the map; his death starts the story.
(b) Jim Hawkins: narrator; brave, curious, lucky; overhears the mutiny, cuts the Hispaniola loose, saves the party.
(c) Ben Gunn: marooned pirate; wild, half-mad; found the treasure; helps defeat the pirates.
Two characters covered with traits and roles.
Explanation
Pick two; give traits and role for each.