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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character remains cheerful, despite clandestine attempts of persecution?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Claggart.
(c) Billy.
(d) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.

2. 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.

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

4. Which character does Squeak create lies about?
(a) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(b) Captain Vere.
(c) Claggart.
(d) Billy.

5. Why do personalities seem clash more aboard a ship?
(a) Sailors live in close quarters for long periods of time.
(b) Weeks of seasickness makes the crew irritable.
(c) The stress of working for a harsh captain makes the crew irate.
(d) Sailors are usually tempremental in nature.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character is known for his cheerful disposition?

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

3. Which mutiny is referred to as "the Great Mutiny"?

4. What is the greatest fear in the British Navy?

5. Which two characters are contrasted in chapter 12?

(see the answer key)

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