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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter four, which naval commander is hailed as one of the greatest strategists of all time?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Captain Graveling.
(c) Captain Bligh.
(d) Admiral Nelson.

2. What one item changes the face of warfare?
(a) Gunpowder.
(b) The longbow.
(c) The sword.
(d) The crossbow.

3. When does the incident in chapter 10 occur?
(a) Midnight.
(b) Breakfast.
(c) Lunchtime.
(d) Evening.

4. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?
(a) The entire crew is disciplined for one sailor's error.
(b) Soup is spilled when the ship lurches.
(c) The topsail rips in a sudden gust of wind.
(d) An empty bucket rolls down the gangplank and hits the captain.

5. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?
(a) One filled with a just a few close friends.
(b) One filled with many friends and jovialty.
(c) Lonely.
(d) Bitter and morose.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In chapter four, which sailor is hailed as the greatest of all time?

3. What does the sailor in chapter 14 want Billy to join?

4. How does Claggart respond to the incident in chapter 10?

5. Who causes the uncomfortable incident in chapter 10?

(see the answer key)

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