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Symbols in Moby-Dick

Question 2 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 B Credit Recovery 5 Credits

Which best explains the symbolism behind Melville’s use of the word “brand” to describe the scar on Ahab’s body in Chapter 28 of Moby-Dick?

Answer
A
The source of Ahab’s scar has been defeated.
B
The source of Ahab’s scar now owns him.
C
Ahab is at peace with his scar.
D
Ahab is proud of his scar’s significance.
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