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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In chapter 15, which character is Billy's confidant?
(a) John Claggart.
(b) Red Whiskers.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) The Dansker.

3. Why is Billy on the uppermost deck in chapter 14?
(a) He is smoking.
(b) He is on watch.
(c) He is sleeping.
(d) He is mending the topsail.

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

5. What is a drumhead court?
(a) Slang for a mob.
(b) Slang for a meeting in the captain's quarters.
(c) A formal legal hearing in the presence of an admiral.
(d) An informal legal hearing held at sea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What often causes a mutiny?

2. How old is Jon Claggart when he enters the Navy?

3. Who is the only witness in the trial?

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

5. What appears to end in chapter 17?

(see the answer key)

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