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 Chapter 9, Voyage to Laputa, Balnibarbi, Luggnagg, Glubbdubdrib & Japan 20 Flashcards |
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What event led to the author's journey to Luggnagg? |
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The author took leave of the Governor of Glubbdubdrib and sailed from Maldonada. |
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Upon arriving in Luggnagg, what was the author's initial situation with the customs officer? |
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The author was examined strictly because he was recognized as a stranger and great traveler. |
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Fill in the blank: The author disguised himself as a ___ to avoid detection while trying to reach Japan. |
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Hollander |
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What peculiar custom did the author have to perform when admitted to the king's presence? |
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He had to crawl on his belly and lick the floor as he advanced. |
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True or False: The author was treated with harshness during his confinement in Luggnagg. |
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False; he was treated with humanity and maintained at the king's charge. |
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What precaution was taken by the king regarding the floor after executions? |
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Strict orders were given to wash the infected parts of the floor after every execution. |
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Fill in the blank: The king of Luggnagg demonstrated his ___ by providing for the author's lodging and expenses. |
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Clemency |
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How did the author manage to communicate with the king during their meeting? |
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The author hired a young man as an interpreter who spoke both the Balnibarbian and Luggnagg languages. |
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What was the significance of the phrase the author had to recite in front of the king? |
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It was a royal compliment expressing a wish for the king's long life. |
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Fill in the blank: The author was confined until the customs officer received ___ from the court. |
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Orders |
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