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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Billy respond to Claggart's accusation?
(a) He faints.
(b) He stutters.
(c) He screams obscenities.
(d) He hits him.

2. Why does Billy join the British navy?
(a) He wants to defend his country.
(b) His father is a naval Captain.
(c) His best friend is joining up and convinces him to follow.
(d) He is conscripted into service.

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

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

5. How does Billy react to Claggart in chapter 10?
(a) He thinks Claggart likes him.
(b) He begins to curse and shout at Claggart.
(c) He runs to the captain.
(d) He hits Claggart in the face.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the Spithead mutiny occur?

2. Which two groups of people does Melville compare in chapter 16?

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

4. How does the sailor Billy threatened in chapter 14 react to Billy in chapter 15?

5. What attitude does Captain Vere gain from his studies?

(see the answer key)

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