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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Billy reprimanded in chapter nine?
(a) He falls asleep while on watch.
(b) He knocks over a full bucket in front of the captain.
(c) He is caught eating in the crow's nest.
(d) Someone is playing tricks on him that get him in trouble.

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

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

4. Which types of historical figures are often compared to Billy?
(a) Biblical prophets.
(b) Medieval knights.
(c) Noble sailors.
(d) Greek heros.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Billy?

2. Who is responsible for the tricks being played on Billy?

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

4. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?

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

(see the answer key)

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