I think the answer may be “it helps the reader understand how precise the dive was”
A scientific text is usually written to
Explore the causes of and explain a phenomenon
Educate readers about a certain topic.
The feelings of the crew vary depending on how they view the albatross.
When they view the albatross as a sign of good fortune, they are angry with the Mariner for shooting it. When they view the albatross as the one who brought the bad weather, they are glad the Mariner shot it. After the weather turns on them again, they again blame the Mariner for shooting the albatross, believing they are being punished for its death.
When they view the albatross as good, they are angry with the Mariner for killing it. When they view the albatross as evil, they are happy he killed it. Ultimately, they come to believe they are being punished for its death and are unhappy and angry with the Mariner.
Answer:
Things that influence our concepts of TRUE, NOBLE, HEROIC, and GOOD are people around you who are true to themselves, people who do good for others by being helpful/heroic, persons who are good to family, friends, and to the environment, and people who are noble by sharing what they have and being caring.