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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?
(a) Biography, History and Classical authors.
(b) Shakespearean dramas and Romance novels.
(c) Greek mythology and seafaring stories.
(d) Technical manuals and Mathematical theorems.

2. What does the sailor in chapter 14 want Billy to join?
(a) A mutiny.
(b) A special forces troop.
(c) His ministry.
(d) A chess club.

3. What does Billy threaten to do to the sailor in chapter 14?
(a) Throw him overboard.
(b) Give him a hug.
(c) Tie him up.
(d) Stab him with a paring knife.

4. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?
(a) Chess.
(b) Reading.
(c) Sailing.
(d) Shuffleboard.

5. Why is Billy on the uppermost deck in chapter 14?
(a) He is mending the topsail.
(b) He is on watch.
(c) He is sleeping.
(d) He is smoking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?

2. When does the incident in chapter 10 occur?

3. In chapter 17, how does Claggart react when he and Billy suddenly meet?

4. Which battle does the Victory's quarterdeck decoration commemorate?

5. What does another sailor try to give Billy in chapter 14?

(see the answer key)

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