Question

Consider how Kurtz and the pilgrims act differently in the following settingsthe following reveal the hypocrisy of imperialism. Record your ideas below in complete sentences. Use examples from the text.
a. Different settings.
b. Belgium
c. The Congo
d. On the steamer

Answer 1

Answer:

Kurtz and the pilgrims acted as per the local culture and other factors

Explanation:

In different settings, Kurtz and the pilgrims acted differently as per the local society and other factors.

In Belgium, Kurtz and the pilgrims acted in a civilized way as they found the society very civilized but lacking in depth.

In Congo, Kurtz and the pilgrims acted like savages and started taking up their cultures and norms. They started killing enemies and displaying their skulls as an award or something of pride.

On the steamer, Kurtz was weak and was dying. Hence, he was vulnerable and therefore, Marlow thinks that Kurtz is a good person after all.