How does The Helmsman die in 'The Heart of Darkness'?
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A.
He was killed by a spear
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B.
He was killed by a wild boar.
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C.
He was drowned in Congo river.
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D.
He died of malaria
Correct Answer:
A. He was killed by a spear
Explanation:
In Joseph Conrad's The Heart of Darkness, the helmsman is killed by a spear during an ambush by natives along the river. Although he is a capable pilot, Marlow views him primarily as an essential piece of the ship's machinery rather than an individual. Therefore, option (a) is correct.
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