2. What clues are given through Jim's thoughts and actions that support the notion that Jim has not forgiven himself for his actions aboard the Patna?

3. While standing watch just before the captain and engineer begin yelling at each other, what is Jim thinking about?

4. The attack on Sherif Ali's compound became one story in the many legends of Lord Jim. Describe how the legend would be told and what feats were credited to Jim.

5. After completing his training, Jim goes to sea and takes part in a number of voyages, yet he is still unsatisfied. Why?

6. What happens during Marlow's final encounter with the nautical assessor during the first adjournment of the inquiry?

7. Why are none of the passengers informed of the ship's accident?

8. How does Brown learn of the situation in Patusan and why does it matter to Brown?

9. Why does Jim insist on cutting the lifeboats free from their moorings before he abandons the ship?

10. Describe Cornelius and his character.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Cornelius wears different masks in the story. Both a great competent and loyal Stein employee and the ultimate betrayer of Lord Jim, Cornelius is a study in contradictions. Identify, then compare and contrast the different sides of Cornelius. How would his plan for betraying Jim have been affected had he not carried out his loyal employee identity? Why is it necessary for Cornelius to wear different masks?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Marlow with Stein.

a. How are the two characters similar in terms of their professional lives? How are they different?

b. How are the two characters similar in their personality characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses? How are they different?

c. Looking forward, how might their experiences with Jim have affected each of these men as they moved forward with their lives? Would they be similarly affected or not? Explain your answers and your reasoning.