In herman melville’s [email  protected]#$, why does starbuck object to ahab’s desire to pursue [email  protected]#$?

a. he points out that the men are not in favor of the pursuit
b. he states that revenge does not yield profits at market
c. he is concerned about whether the vessel can handle the chase
d.
he objects to ahab’s pursuit of a creature that is too cunning.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.