Literary Function of a Specific Clause
The clause in lines 15–16 ("so was himself the first that was thrown overboard") functions to
A
illustrate how death is handled at sea
B
demonstrate the narrator's profound piety
C
serve as a euphemism for a violent death
D
foreshadow the eventual demise of others on board
E
provide a resolution to the amoral seaman's narrative
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