Give a summary of the story: who? what? when? where?
Give your critical (and personal) reaction to the chapter
Discuss what aspects of Christopher Columbus activities in the new world are illustrated by the story?
Does this narrative reach a conclusive position on the moral quality of Columbus as a leader? How does it present him in terms of financial motives? What picture emerges of Columbus competence as a governor. What image does the young priest, Father Gaspar, give of Columbus behavior toward the islands native? What is Ocampos final conclusion in his investigation?
Sources: Read Micheners Caribbean, chapter 3: Christopher Columbus in Hispaniola
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