Billy Budd | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Handsome sailor - This type of character is attractive, strong, ethical and a natural leader.

H.M.A. Bellipotent - Billy is transferred to this vessel upon his enlistment in the navy.

Rights-of-Man - This vessel is a merchant ship.

Nore Mutiny - Inspired by the French Revolution, sailors tried to make negotiations for better treatment during this incident.

Theseus - This vessel is piloted by Admiral Nelson and is named after a mythical Athenian figure.

Master-at-Arms - This position is responsible for policing sailors.

Guineas - The largest denomination of English money.

Frigates -...
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