Question

moby dick
by herman melville
the following is an excerpt from the book moby dick written in 1851 by herman melville. though generally
trying a variety of occupations during his early adulthood, melville chose a career at sea. there he had the exp
place at sea, on one of the hundreds of whaling ships that dotted the whale hunting grounds during the ninete
century. although whaling in modern times has diminished due to the endangerment of many whale species, at
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select the correct answer.
is captain ahab’s goal found in this passage?
captain ahab’s goal is not found in the passage.
captain ahab’s goal is found in the passage.

Explanation:

The passage provides background on "Moby Dick", its author, and whaling context, but does not mention Captain Ahab's specific goal (like his quest for Moby Dick). So his goal is not found here.

Answer:

Captain Ahab's goal is not found in the passage.