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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Billy?
(a) 16.
(b) 17.
(c) 21.
(d) 28.

2. What is Billy's position on the ship?
(a) Chief Mate.
(b) Master-at-arms.
(c) Boatswain.
(d) Foretopman.

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

4. What causes Billy to lose his voice on occasion?
(a) An odd genetic malfunction.
(b) Illness.
(c) Fear.
(d) Stress.

5. What is Billy's one weakness?
(a) He stutters.
(b) He loves women.
(c) He drinks.
(d) He gets seasick during rough weather.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which mutiny is discussed in chapter five?

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

4. In chapter two, how does Billy react to his new shipmates?

5. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?

(see the answer key)

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