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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the other sailors react to Claggart in chapter 10?
(a) They erupt into a violent melee.
(b) They quickly man their stations.
(c) They are fearfully silent.
(d) They laugh the incident off as a joke.

2. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?
(a) A crescent moon.
(b) A medallion.
(c) A star.
(d) An albatross.

3. How does Claggart respond to the incident in chapter 10?
(a) "The fates are agin' us!"
(b) He is silent.
(c) "You fool!"
(d) "Handsomely done, my lad!"

4. Who causes the uncomfortable incident in chapter 10?
(a) Claggart.
(b) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(c) Red Whiskers.
(d) Billy.

5. Which character becomes very friendly towards Billy in chapter 17?
(a) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(b) John Claggart.
(c) The Dansker.
(d) The afterguardsman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which two characters are Claggart's messmates?

2. In chapter four, which naval commander is hailed as one of the greatest strategists of all time?

3. In chapter 14, how does Billy react to the sailor's request?

4. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's seafaring skills?

5. How does Billy react to Claggart in chapter 10?

(see the answer key)

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