Question

Why does Starbuck argue that it is madness for Ahab to be angry with Moby-D*ck for the loss of his leg?

because Moby-D*ck is a senseless creature that acts out of instinct

because Starbuck believes Ahab must learn to forgive

because Ahab lost his leg in an accident that was not Moby-D*ck’s fault

because accidents occur on whaling vessels on a regular basis

Answer 1

because Moby-D*ck is a senseless creature that acts out of instinct

Step-by-step explanation:

Starbuck was the Pequod's chief mate (the second in command), and he openly opposed Ahab's quest for revenge. He was more worried about returning home with his family than risking the ship and its crew due to a maniacal desire for revenge. He considered the white whale to be just a brute animal without intelligence.