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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is a possible cause for Claggart's behavior towards Billy?
(a) Envy.
(b) Hope.
(c) Greed.
(d) Fear.

3. What nickname does Billy's older friend give him?
(a) Beauty.
(b) Billy Boy.
(c) Baby Budd.
(d) Prince William.

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

5. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's seafaring skills?
(a) Superior.
(b) Poor.
(c) Riddled with inconsistencies.
(d) Average.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is John Claggart's background a mystery to the crew?

2. When does the incident in chapter 10 occur?

3. What is Captain Vere cited for in West Indian waters?

4. What is Billy and Claggart's relationship like after they begin working together on the Bellipotent?

5. What is John Claggart's responsibility on board the ship?

(see the answer key)

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